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Mitosis
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Interphase | first stage of the cell cycle: growth of cell, copying of DNA, preparing for dividing into 2 cells |
| replication | making exact DNA copies |
| chromosome | threadlike structure in the nucleus that contains the DNA; made up of chromatids |
| chromatid | 2 rod shape structures containing identical DNA |
| chromatin | bunch of DNA and protein that make up chromatids |
| centriole | microtubules |
| centromere | links the chromatids |
| Cell Cycle | growth and division of cells |
| 2. Mitosis | cell's nucleus divides into 2 daughter cells |
| Prophase | nuclear membrane breaks down, the centrioles create spindle fibers |
| Metaphase | chromosomes attach to the spindle fiber |
| Anaphase | chromosomes pull apart, cell starts to pinch in |
| 3. Cytokinesis | the cell splits into 2 daughter cells |