Mitosis Introduction

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells, each with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

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What are the main stages of mitosis?

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The main stages of mitosis are prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase.

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What happens during prophase?

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During prophase, DNA condenses into chromosomes, and the centrioles and spindle fibers appear.

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What occurs during metaphase?

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During metaphase, chromosomes line up along the equator (middle) of the cell.

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What is the role of spindle fibers in mitosis?

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Spindle fibers help separate the chromosomes during cell division.

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What happens during anaphase?

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During anaphase, sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite ends of the cell.

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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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Why is mitosis important for living organisms?

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Mitosis is important for growth, repair, and maintenance of tissues in living organisms.

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What is interphase?

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Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for mitosis, including DNA replication.

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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 results in four genetically diverse gametes.

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