Cell Divison

Front

What is the process called when the cell's nucleus divides?

Back

Mitosis

Front

What phase of mitosis involves the chromosomes lining up in the middle of the cell?

Back

Metaphase

Front

What is the name of the phase where the cell prepares for division?

Back

Interphase

Front

What is the final stage of mitosis where the cell divides into two daughter cells?

Back

Cytokinesis

Front

What structure holds sister chromatids together?

Back

Centromere

Front

What phase of mitosis is characterized by the chromosomes being pulled apart?

Back

Anaphase

Front

What is the first stage of mitosis where chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes?

Back

Prophase

Front

What is the term for the two identical halves of a duplicated chromosome?

Back

Sister chromatids

Front

What is the role of spindle fibers during cell division?

Back

To help separate the chromosomes.

Front

What is the main purpose of cell division?

Back

To increase the number of cells in an organism.