Cell Division Images

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What are the stages of mitosis in the correct order?

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prophase - metaphase - anaphase - telophase

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What occurs during the S phase of the cell cycle?

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DNA replication

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What is the phase of mitosis where chromosomes are separated and pulled to opposite poles?

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Anaphase

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What is the phase of mitosis characterized by the alignment of chromosomes at the cell's equatorial plane?

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Metaphase

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What is the phase of mitosis where the nuclear envelope re-forms and the chromosomes de-condense?

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Telophase

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What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

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Spindle fibers help separate the chromosomes during anaphase.

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What is the significance of the G1 phase in the cell cycle?

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The G1 phase is where the cell grows and prepares for DNA replication.

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What happens during prophase?

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During prophase, chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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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 cytokinesis and when does it occur?

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Cytokinesis is the process of cytoplasmic division that occurs after mitosis, resulting in two separate cells.

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