Mitosis and Meiosis

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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, each with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

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What is Meiosis?

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Meiosis is a type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in four genetically diverse gametes (sperm or eggs).

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What is the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is the series of phases that a cell goes through from its formation to its division into two daughter cells, including interphase and the mitotic phase.

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What happens during the S phase of the cell cycle?

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During the S phase, DNA replication occurs, resulting in the duplication of chromosomes.

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What is Prophase in Mitosis?

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Prophase is the first stage of mitosis where chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What is Metaphase in Mitosis?

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Metaphase is the stage of mitosis where chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane, and spindle fibers attach to the centromeres.

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What is Anaphase in Mitosis?

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

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What is Telophase in Mitosis?

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Telophase is the final stage of mitosis where the chromosomes de-condense, the nuclear envelope re-forms, and the cell prepares to divide.

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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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What is the role of spindle fibers in Mitosis?

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Spindle fibers help separate the chromosomes during mitosis by attaching to the centromeres and pulling them apart.