Mitosis Cell Division Process

Mitosis

A process where a single cell divides into two identical daughter cells for growth and cell replacement

Somatic Cells

Cells created through mitosis containing two sets of chromosomes, known as diploid cells

Interphase

Cell cycle phase where growth, regular functions, and DNA replication occur

G1

Interphase stage where cell volume increases, proteins are synthesized for DNA replication, and organelles replicate

s (synthesis) phase

Interphase stage where DNA replication occurs, creating identical sister chromatids held together by a centromere

G2

Interphase stage where replicated DNA is checked for errors and cell prepares for mitosis

Prophase

Stage where chromosomes condense, nuclear membrane dissolves, and mitotic spindle forms

Metaphase

Chromosomes align along the cell equator, centrioles at opposite poles, spindle fibers attach to sister chromatids

Anaphase

Stage where sister chromatids are pulled apart by the mitotic spindle towards opposite poles

Telophase

Stage where chromosomes gather at cell poles, new nuclei form around each set of chromosomes

Cytokinesis

Division of the cytoplasm into two daughter cells, each containing a full set of chromosomes