Metaphase
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What is the main event that occurs during metaphase
Chromosomes align at the cell’s equator/metaphase plate
What structure attaches the chromosomes to the spindle fibers during metaphse
Kinetochores on the chromosomes attach to the spindle fibers
How are spindle fibres positioned during metaphase
They extend from the centrosomes at opposite poles of the cell and attach to the centromeres of the chromosomes
Why is the alignment of chromosomes at metaphase plate important
It ensures that each daughter cell with receive identical sets of chromosomes during cell division
What ensures sister chromatids are pulled to opposite poles
Spindle fibers are attached to kinetochores so that sister chromatids are pulled to opposite poles during anaphase