Questions: Question 18 1 pts Please match the mitotic stage to what is occurring during that stage Interphase [Choose] Prophase [ Choose ] Metaphase [Choose] Anaphase [Choose] Telophase [Choose]

The answer is as follows:

Interphase: The cell is preparing for mitosis, DNA is replicated, and the cell grows.

Prophase: Chromosomes condense and become visible, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and the mitotic spindle begins to form.

Metaphase: Chromosomes align at the metaphase plate (the cell's equator).

Anaphase: Sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

Telophase: Chromosomes de-condense, nuclear envelopes re-form around each set of chromosomes, and the cell begins to divide.

Explanation:

• Interphase is not technically a part of mitosis but is crucial for cell preparation.
• Prophase is the first stage of mitosis where chromosomes become visible and the nuclear envelope disintegrates.
• Metaphase is characterized by the alignment of chromosomes at the cell's equator.
• Anaphase involves the separation of sister chromatids to opposite poles.
• Telophase is the final stage where chromosomes de-condense and nuclear envelopes re-form, leading to the completion of cell division.