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| cytoplasm is divided in half; 2 separate cells are formed; each cell recieves an identical recieves 1/2 of the original cells cytoplasm |
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| cell grows rapidly; organelles are duplicated; cells that are dividing remain in this phase |
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| DNA is copied; at the end of the phase, each chromosome consists of two chromatids attachted to the centromere |
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| preparations are made for the nucleus to divide; microtubules are assembled into centrioles to move the chromosomes |
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| DNA condenses into short thick rods; centrioles move to the opposite sied of the cell; nuclear membrane and nucleus break down; fibers begin to move chromosomes |
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| paired chromatids move to the equator (middle) of the cell |
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| paired chromatids separate; chromosomes are pulled apart y the fibers, centromere first; an equal number of chromosomes move to each pole of the cell |
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| spindle fibers break; nucleolus reappears; nuclear membrane forms around chromosomes |
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