Mitosis & Chromosome Structure

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A process where one cell forms two identical daughter cells is called...

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cell division (mitosis)

Front

What does DNA stand for?

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DeoxyriboNucleic Acid

Front

The structure labeled A is a(n)

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centromere

Front

Replication is when __________.

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the cell makes a copy of its DNA in nucleus

Front

The genetic material that has the instructions for how the cell is to be run is called the _________.

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chromatin

Front

What is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division?

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Interphase

Front

What are the two identical halves of a duplicated chromosome called?

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Sister chromatids

Front

During which phase of mitosis do the chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell?

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Metaphase

Front

What is the role of the centromere during cell division?

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It holds the sister chromatids together and is the attachment point for spindle fibers.

Front

What is the term for the division of the cytoplasm during cell division?

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Cytokinesis