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Chapter 8: Mitosis - Cell Division and Reproduction

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<strong>Mitosis</strong>: The Stages of <strong>Cell</strong> <strong>Division</strong><br />

2. Metaphase<br />

Short period in which chromosomes line up along<br />

equatorial plane of cell (metaphase plate).<br />

Chromosomes are completely condensed <strong>and</strong> easy to<br />

visualize.<br />

Mitotic spindle is fully formed.<br />

Kinetochores of sister chromatids face opposite sides<br />

<strong>and</strong> are attached to spindle microtubules at opposite<br />

ends of the cell.

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