Mitosis

Question 1

Interphase

Answer 1

The stage where DNA is replicated

Question 2

Prophase

Answer 2

DNA condenses, chromosomes become visible and the nuclear membrane breaks down

Question 3

Metaphase

Answer 3

Chromosomes line up on the equator of the cell

Question 4

Anaphase

Answer 4

Spindle fibres split the chromosomes down the centre and pull one chromatid to either side of the cell

Question 5

Telophase

Answer 5

Process that separates the duplicated genetic material carried in the nucleus of a parent cell into two identical daughter cells

Question 6

Cytokinesis

Answer 6

Cytokinesis is the physical process of cell division

Question 7

Mitosis definition

Answer 7

The process by which a single parent cell divides to make two new daughter cells.

Question 8

Mitosis - Growth

Answer 8

Growth: mitosis produces new cells

Question 9

Mitosis - Repair

Answer 9

Repair: to replace damaged or dead cells.

Question 10

Mitosis - Asexual reproduction

Answer 10

Asexual reproduction: mitosis produces offspring that are genetically identical to the parent.