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 are the main phases of Mitosis?

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The main phases of Mitosis are Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase.

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What happens during Prophase?

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During Prophase, the chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and the spindle apparatus begins to form.

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What occurs during Metaphase?

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During Metaphase, chromosomes line up at the cell's equatorial plane, and spindle fibers attach to the centromeres of the chromosomes.

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What is Anaphase?

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Anaphase is the phase where sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

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What happens during Telophase?

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During Telophase, the chromosomes de-condense back into chromatin, the nuclear envelope re-forms around each set of chromosomes, and the cell prepares to divide.

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What is Interphase?

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Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell spends most of its time, preparing for mitosis by growing and replicating its DNA.

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Why do cells divide?

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Cells divide to allow growth, repair damaged tissues, and replace old or dead cells.

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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 by attaching to the centromeres and pulling them apart.

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What is the significance of the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is crucial for growth, development, and maintenance of all living organisms, ensuring proper cell division and function.