Mitosis

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Replication is when __________.

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the cell makes a copy of its DNA in nucleus.

Front

Which structure is responsible for organizing the mitotic spindle?

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centrosome.

Front

The cell spends most of its life in...

Back

interphase.

Front

What phase follows metaphase during mitosis?

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anaphase.

Front

Where does replication occur within the cell?

Back

in the nucleus.

Front

What is mitosis?

Back

Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells.

Front

What are the main phases of mitosis?

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Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.

Front

What happens during prophase?

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Chromatin condenses into chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

Front

What is the role of the spindle fibers during mitosis?

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Spindle fibers help separate the chromosomes and pull them to opposite ends of the cell.

Front

What is cytokinesis?

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