Phase
The stage of the cell cycle when the cell grows, performs normal functions, and copies its DNA in preparation for division.
Interphase
The two new cells produced from the division of one parent cell.
Daughter Cells
The basic unit of life that carries out all life processes.
Cell
An increase in the size of an organism caused by an increase in the number of cells.
Growth
The first stage of mitosis when chromosomes become visible and the nuclear membrane begins to break down.
Prophase
Two identical copies of a chromosome that are joined together by a centromere.
Sister Chromatids
A group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function.
Tissue
The series of events a cell goes through as it grows, prepares for division, and divides.
Cell Cycle
The stage of mitosis when chromosomes line up across the center of the cell.
Metaphase
The process by which a parent cell splits to form new cells.
Cell Division
An organism made up of many cells that work together.
Multicellular Organism
The division of the cytoplasm that results in two separate daughter cells.
Cytokinesis
The stage of mitosis when sister chromatids separate and move to opposite sides of the cell.
Anaphase
The region of a chromosome where sister chromatids are attached.
Centromere
The genetic material that contains the instructions for building and maintaining an organism.
DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid)
A representation used to explain or demonstrate a scientific process, structure, or concept.
Model
The final stage of mitosis when new nuclear membranes form around each set of chromosomes.
Telophase
The process in which the nucleus divides to produce two genetically identical nuclei.
Mitosis
A structure made of DNA and proteins that carries genetic information.
Chromosome
Protein fibers that help move chromosomes during cell division.
Spindle Fibers