4 Stages Of Mitosis Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the cell cycle?

A type of asexual reproduction

The final stage of cell division

A phase of mitosis

The process of cell division and DNA duplication (correct)

What phase of the cell cycle does a typical cell spend most of its life?

Interphase

What is asexual reproduction?

A method by which offspring arise from a single organism, inheriting genes from that parent only.

What happens during prophase?

Chromatin condenses into chromosomes. Signup and view all the answers

What occurs during metaphase?

Chromosomes become attached to the spindle fibers. Signup and view all the answers

What happens during anaphase?

Chromosomes move away from one another to opposite poles of the spindle. Signup and view all the answers

What occurs during telophase?

Chromatin or chromosomes move to opposite ends and two nuclei are formed. Signup and view all the answers

What is mitosis?

Nuclear division plus cytokinesis producing two identical daughter cells. Signup and view all the answers

What is cytokinesis?

The process that divides the cytoplasm of a parental cell into two daughter cells. Signup and view all the answers

What is binary fission?

A common form of asexual reproduction in prokaryotes. Signup and view all the answers

What is budding?

A form of asexual reproduction where a new organism develops from an outgrowth. Signup and view all the answers

What is regeneration?

The action or process of regenerating polymer fibers. Signup and view all the answers

What is genetic material?

It consists of DNA. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cell Cycle and Mitosis

Cell cycle encompasses the stages a cell goes through leading to division and DNA replication.
Interphase is the longest phase in the cell cycle where cells spend the majority of their lifespan.

Asexual Reproduction

Asexual reproduction results in offspring from a single parent organism, with offspring inheriting genes solely from that parent.

Stages of Mitosis

Prophase: Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, marking the beginning of mitosis.
Metaphase: Chromosomes align at the cell's equator and attach to spindle fibers, facilitating the separation process.
Anaphase: Chromatids move apart toward opposite poles of the spindle apparatus, ensuring each daughter cell receives a complete set of chromosomes.
Telophase: Chromosomes reach the opposite poles; nuclear membranes reform around each set, resulting in two distinct nuclei.

Mitosis and Cytokinesis

Mitosis is the process of nuclear division followed by cytokinesis, leading to the formation of two genetically identical daughter cells.
Cytokinesis specifically refers to the division of the cytoplasm, following mitosis, resulting in two separate daughter cells.

Asexual Reproductive Methods

Binary Fission: Common in prokaryotes; a simple form of asexual reproduction where a cell divides into two equal halves.
Budding: A process where a new organism develops from a bud on the parent, occurring through localized cell division.
Regeneration: Involves the regrowth of lost or damaged body parts, often observed in certain organisms.

Genetic Material

Genetic material is primarily composed of DNA, which carries the hereditary information essential for the functioning and reproduction of living organisms.

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Test your knowledge on the four stages of mitosis with these flashcards. Each card highlights key terms and definitions related to the cell cycle, including interphase and prophase. Perfect for students studying biology or preparing for exams!