Mitosis Flashcards
1
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Steps of Mitosis
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Prophase
Metaphase
Anaphase
Telophase
2
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What is mitosis?
A
The division of the nuclear membrane
3
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Prophase
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- Breakdown of nuclear membrane
- DNA coils
- Centrioles move to poles
- Spindles form
4
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Metaphase
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Chromosomes line up at the equator and attach to spindle fibres
5
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Anaphase
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- Spindle fibres contract separating chromatids at centromere
6
Q
Telophase
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- Complete set of chromosomes
- Fibres, nucleolus, and nuclear membrane disappear
7
Q
How do you remember mitosis?
A
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