Mitosis

• What is the primary method of cell division for most cells?

  Mitosis
• What is the process called when a cell divides to produce two identical daughter cells?

  Mitosis
• How does mitosis affect the chromosome number in daughter cells?

  It maintains the diploid number
• What is the term for the copying of chromosomes before cell division?

  Replication
• What happens to chromosomes in the first stage of mitosis?

  They become visible as chromatids
• What occurs during the second stage of mitosis?

  Nuclear membrane disappears and chromosomes align
• What happens to chromosomes in the third stage of mitosis?

  They are pulled to opposite ends of the cell
• What occurs in the fourth stage of mitosis?

  Chromosomes lose their outline and nuclear membrane reforms
• What follows nuclear division in the cell division process?

  Division of the cytoplasm
• What is the result of cytoplasmic division?

  Two identical daughter cells
• Why is it important that daughter cells have identical chromosome numbers?

  It affects their activities and behavior
• What is one of the main purposes of mitosis?

  Growth and repair of damaged cells
• What are the stages of mitosis in order?

  1. Chromosomes become visible as chromatids
  2. Nuclear membrane disappears, chromosomes align
  3. Chromosomes are pulled to opposite ends
  4. Chromosomes lose outline, nuclear membrane reforms
• What is the significance of maintaining the diploid number of chromosomes during mitosis?

  • Ensures genetic consistency
  • Supports proper cell function
  • Affects daughter cell behavior