Mitosis

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process by which a single cell divides to produce two identical daughter cells, ensuring equal distribution of genetic material.

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What are the main phases of mitosis?

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The main phases of mitosis are Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase.

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What happens during Prophase?

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During Prophase, the chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and the spindle apparatus begins to form.

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What occurs in Metaphase?

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In Metaphase, chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane, and spindle fibers attach to the centromeres of the chromosomes.

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What is Anaphase?

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Anaphase is the phase where sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell, ensuring each new cell will receive an identical set of chromosomes.

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What happens during Telophase?

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During Telophase, the chromosomes reach the poles, the nuclear envelope re-forms around each set of chromosomes, and the chromosomes begin to de-condense.

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What is the role of the spindle apparatus in mitosis?

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The spindle apparatus is responsible for separating the sister chromatids during Anaphase and ensuring they are pulled to opposite ends of the cell.

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Define cytokinesis.

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Cytokinesis is the process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm of a parental cell divides into two daughter cells.

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What is the significance of mitosis?

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Mitosis is crucial for growth, development, and tissue repair in multicellular organisms, as it allows for the replacement of damaged or dead cells.

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What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while meiosis produces four genetically diverse gametes.