Cell Cycle and Mitosis

Front

What is the phase of Mitosis where chromosomes line up at the equator of the cell?

Back

Metaphase

Front

How many chromosomes do fruit fly gametes have after meiosis if the body cells have 8 chromosomes?

Back

4 chromosomes

Front

What is the phase of Mitosis where the nuclear membrane disappears and chromosomes become visible?

Back

Prophase

Front

In which phase does the cell spend 80% - 90% of its life?

Back

Interphase

Front

What is the process by which a cell divides into two new daughter cells?

Back

Cell Division

Front

What is the term for the genetic material in the nucleus that condenses to form chromosomes during cell division?

Back

Chromatin

Front

What is the phase of Mitosis where sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite sides of the cell?

Back

Anaphase

Front

What is the final phase of Mitosis where the cell divides into two daughter cells?

Back

Telophase

Front

What structure helps to organize the chromosomes during Mitosis?

Back

Spindle fibers

Front

What is the term for the period of the cell cycle when the cell is not dividing?

Back

Interphase