Mitosis Flashcard

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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, chromosomes condense and become visible, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What occurs during Metaphase?

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During Metaphase, chromosomes align 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 of Mitosis 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, the nuclear envelope re-forms around each set of chromosomes, and the cell prepares to divide.

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What are Chromosomes?

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Chromosomes are structures made of DNA and protein that contain genetic information.

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What is the role of DNA in cell division?

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DNA must be replicated before a cell can divide to ensure that each daughter cell receives an identical set of genetic information.

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What is the significance of the spindle fibers?

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Spindle fibers are essential for the separation of chromosomes during Mitosis, ensuring that each daughter cell receives the correct number of chromosomes.

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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.