Mitosis and Meiosis Review

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What do the cells look like at the end of mitosis?

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Identical to the original cell.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

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During which phase of mitosis do the chromosomes condense and become visible?

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Prophase.

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What pulls the chromosomes apart during mitosis?

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Spindle fibers.

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What is the name of the stage where the cytoplasm is divided between the cells, splitting the cell into two?

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Cytokinesis.

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How many daughter cells does mitosis produce?

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2.

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What is the main purpose of mitosis?

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To produce two identical daughter cells for growth and repair.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

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What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis produces identical cells; meiosis produces genetically diverse cells.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

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What is the role of spindle fibers in mitosis?

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To help separate the chromosomes during cell division.

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What happens during metaphase?

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Chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell.

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What is interphase?

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The phase where the cell prepares for division, including DNA replication.