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, chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear membrane disappears, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What occurs in Metaphase?

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In Metaphase, chromosomes line up at the cell's equator, and spindle fibers attach to the centromeres of the chromosomes.

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What is the significance of Anaphase?

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Anaphase is significant because the centromeres split, and sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite sides of the cell.

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What happens during Telophase?

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During Telophase, two new nuclear membranes form around the separated sets of chromosomes, which begin to unravel back into chromatin.

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What is Interphase?

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Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division, including DNA replication and growth.

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What is the role of spindle fibers in Mitosis?

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Spindle fibers help separate the chromosomes during Mitosis by attaching to the centromeres and pulling them apart.

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How do chromosomes appear during Prophase?

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During Prophase, chromosomes appear as X-shaped structures, consisting of two sister chromatids.

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What is the difference between chromatin and chromosomes?

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Chromatin is the relaxed form of DNA found in the nucleus during Interphase, while chromosomes are the condensed form of DNA visible during Mitosis.