Mitosis

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What is Mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells from a single parent cell.

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What phase does the cell spend most of its life?

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Interphase.

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What happens during Interphase?

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During Interphase, the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for mitosis.

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What is Metaphase?

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Metaphase is the stage of mitosis where chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell.

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What is the role of Centrioles in mitosis?

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Centrioles help in the formation of spindle fibers that separate chromosomes during cell division.

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What are Chromosomes?

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Chromosomes are structures made of DNA that contain genetic information.

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What occurs during Prophase?

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During Prophase, chromosomes condense and become visible, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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What is Telophase?

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Telophase is the final stage of mitosis where the chromosomes de-condense and the nuclear envelope re-forms around each set of chromosomes.

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What is Cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate cells.

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What are Spindle Fibers?

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Spindle fibers are protein structures that help pull apart the chromosomes during mitosis.