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Today we'll be learning about mitosis and its phases.

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There are several phases of mitosis interphase prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase, and cytokinesis.

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Interphase goes on for the longest time out of all phases. During this phase the cell carries out normal life activities.

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During prophase the chromatin becomes visible with a microscope. Chromosomes are made by two chromatids and a centromere. The membrane then breaks down.

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During metaphase chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell. The chromosomes are hooked up by a spindle.

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The spindles are important without them the cell wouldn't be able to split.

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During anaphase the chromatids separate. They are pulled to opposite sides of the cell. Each side of the cell ends up with the same amount of chromosomes.

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