Mitosis Flashcards
1
Q
Functions
A
-growth
-reproduction
-repair
2
Q
What is mitosis
A
Division of the nucleus, each of the daughter cells having an exact copy of the DNA of the parent cell. Only happens in somatic cell.
3
Q
- Interphase
A
The DNA in chromosomes copies itself ready for mitosis
4
Q
- Prophase
A
The DNA in chromosomes and their copies condenses to become more visible. The membrane around the nucleus disappears.
5
Q
- Metaphase
A
Chromosomes and their copies line up in the middle of the cell
6
Q
- Anaphase
A
Chromosomes and their copies are pulled to different ends of the cell
7
Q
- Telophase
A
New membranes form around the chromosomes at each end of the cell
8
Q
- Cytokenesis
A
The cell membrane pinches in and eventually divides into two daughter cells
