Cell Cycle and Mitosis

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What is the process called when the cell membrane splits and two new daughter cells are formed?

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Cytokinesis

Front

What occurs during cytokinesis?

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The cytoplasm divides into two new daughter cells.

Front

How many chromosomes do humans have?

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46

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NGSS.MS-LS3-1

Front

What is the correct order of the phases of mitosis?

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Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

Front

What phase of the cell cycle follows mitosis?

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Cytokinesis.

Front

What is the main purpose of mitosis?

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To ensure that each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

Front

What are the four main phases of mitosis?

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Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.

Front

During which phase do chromosomes align at the cell's equator?

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Metaphase.

Front

What happens to the nuclear envelope during prophase?

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It breaks down.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

Front

What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

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To help separate the chromosomes during cell division.