Cell division is the process by which cells replicate genetic material in the nucleus. Cell division consists of several phases:
Phase | Major Process |
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interphase | chromosomes replicate into chromatids and the cell grows |
prophase | chromatids pair up |
metaphase | paired chromatids move to opposite sides of the cell |
anaphase | cell elongates and nucleus begins to separate |
telophase | separation of nucleus is complete resulting in two new nuclei |
cytokinesis | cytoplasm and cell membranes complete their separation resulting in two separate cells |
In cell division, __________ is when cytoplasm and cell membranes complete their separation resulting in two separate cells.