Mitosis Notes

The nucleus and cytoplasm divide.

M - Phase

The cell prepares for cell division.

​Interphase

So, we've replicated DNA, now what?!

Nuclear Division - separates replicated DNA

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​Purpose of Mitosis

​The 4 stages of Mitosis

Stage 1 - Prophase
Stage 2 - Metaphase
Stage 3 - Anaphase
Stage 4 - Telephase

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​Write this under the Prophase image

​1. DNA condenses
2. Nucleus disappears
3. Spindle fibers attach to DNA

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Spindle fibers push chromosomes to the middle

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​An easy way to remember the name of the phase is to memorize the following

Chromosomes Meet in the Middle.

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Chromosomes are pulled away or apart.

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Anaphase

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Two nuclei form around separated DNA.

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​Telophase