The Mitosis Process

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Interphase

During this stage, prior to the start of mitosis, the DNA in the cell, called the parent cell, makes an exact duplication of itself.

Prophase

During this stage, the cell prepares to divide by dissolving the membrane around the nucleus and the chromatin condenses into chromosomes.

Metaphase

During this stage, spindle fibers form along the sides of the cell. Spindle fibers help separate the sister chromatids.

Anaphase

During this stage the spindle fibers pull the siter chromatids apart and towards the side of the cell.

Telophase

During this stage, the chromosomes reach the sides of the cell and cell begins to divide. The membrane of a nucleus forms around each set of chromosomes, creating a new nucleus for each daughter cell.