What is mitosis?
Mitosis

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Mitosis is the process by which a single cell divides to produce two identical daughter cells, each with the same number of chromosomes as the original cell.
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How many chromosomes do fruit fly body cells have before mitosis?
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Fruit fly body cells have 8 chromosomes before mitosis.
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What is the result of mitosis in terms of chromosome number in daughter cells?
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After mitosis, each daughter cell will have the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell, which is 8 for fruit flies.
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What phase of mitosis involves the condensation of chromatin into visible chromosomes?
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Prophase is the phase of mitosis where chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes.
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What happens during anaphase of mitosis?
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During anaphase, the sister chromatids are pulled apart and move toward opposite poles of the cell.
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What is the role of centrioles in cell division?
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Centrioles help in cell division by organizing the spindle fibers that separate the chromosomes.
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What is the significance of spindle fibers during mitosis?
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Spindle fibers are crucial for the proper separation of chromosomes during mitosis, ensuring that each daughter cell receives the correct number of chromosomes.
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