Mitosis Flashcards
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Cell cycle
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When cells in an organism go through cycle of Growth, development, and divison
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Mitosis
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A time during the cell cycle when the nucleus divides
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Inphase
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A time during the cell cycle when the cell grows and develops .
4
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prophase
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A phase of mitosis when the DNA condense into chromosomes , and the nuclear membrane breaks down
5
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metaphase
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A phase of mitosis When the chromosomes , line up in a single file at the middle of the cell
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Chromosomes
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A thread like structure that contains DNA .
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Sister chromatids
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Two identical chromatids that make up a duplicated chromosome.
8
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Centromere
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A structure that holds the sister chromatids together.
9
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DNA
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The chemical found in cells that is the main component of chromosomes and carries genetic information.
