Mitosis Flashcard

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What are the stages of mitosis in order?

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Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.

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What is the product of mitosis?

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Two genetically identical daughter cells.

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Why is mitosis important?

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Mitosis is important for cell division, growth, and tissue repair.

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What is Prophase?

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The first stage of mitosis where chromatin condenses into chromosomes and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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What happens during Metaphase?

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Chromosomes line up at the cell's equator and spindle fibers attach to their centromeres.

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What occurs during Anaphase?

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Sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

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What is Telophase?

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

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How many times do cells divide during mitosis?

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Once.

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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 is cytokinesis?

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The process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm divides to form two separate cells.