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What is the name for the 'in between' phase in cell division?
What is the name for the 'in between' phase in cell division?
Interphase
In interphase, the DNA is in the form of loose threads called?
In interphase, the DNA is in the form of loose threads called?
chromatin
During prophase, DNA condenses into X-shaped structures called?
During prophase, DNA condenses into X-shaped structures called?
chromosomes
During metaphase, the chromosomes line up along the middle of the cell called the?
During metaphase, the chromosomes line up along the middle of the cell called the?
During what phase do the chromosomes pull apart?
During what phase do the chromosomes pull apart?
Another name for cell division is?
Another name for cell division is?
What structure reappears during telophase?
What structure reappears during telophase?
During which stage does the DNA copy itself?
During which stage does the DNA copy itself?
The spindle attaches to what structures?
The spindle attaches to what structures?
During what phase does the spindle form?
During what phase does the spindle form?
Flashcards
What is Interphase?
What is Interphase?
The 'in between' phase of cell division, where the cell grows and prepares for division.
What is Chromatin?
What is Chromatin?
In interphase, DNA exists as loose threads.
What are Chromosomes?
What are Chromosomes?
During prophase, DNA condenses into these X-shaped structures.
What is the Equator?
What is the Equator?
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What is Anaphase?
What is Anaphase?
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What is Mitosis?
What is Mitosis?
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What is the nuclear membrane?
What is the nuclear membrane?
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What stage does DNA replicate?
What stage does DNA replicate?
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What are Spindles?
What are Spindles?
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What stage do spindles form?
What stage do spindles form?
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Study Notes
Cell Mitosis Overview
- Cell division comprises several phases, with interphase being the preparatory "in between" stage.
- During interphase, DNA exists as chromatin, which is a less condensed form, allowing for easy accessibility and replication.
Phases of Mitosis
- In prophase, chromatin condenses into visible X-shaped structures called chromosomes, essential for genetic material segregation.
- Metaphase is characterized by the alignment of chromosomes along the cell's equator, ensuring accurate distribution during division.
- Anaphase involves the separation of sister chromatids as they are pulled apart towards opposite ends of the cell.
Key Structures and Terms
- Mitosis is the process of cell division, resulting in two identical daughter cells.
- The nuclear membrane reappears during telophase, signaling the end of mitosis and the start of cellular reorganization.
- DNA replication occurs during interphase, crucial for ensuring that each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.
- Spindle fibers attach to chromosomes during metaphase and are vital for their movement, being formed in the prophase stage.
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