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Classify each event as occurring during Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, or Telophase.

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Drag each event into the correct stage of mitosis.

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Metaphase
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Anaphase
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Telophase
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Correct Answer

(1) Chromosomes condense and become visible,Prophase
(2) Spindle begins to form,Prophase
(3) Chromosomes align at cell equator,Metaphase
(4) Centromeres divide,Metaphase
(5) Sister chromatids pulled to poles,Anaphase
(6) Nuclear envelopes reform,Telophase

Explanation

Events by stage:

Stage Key Events
Prophase Chromosomes condense; spindle forms; nuclear envelope breaks down
Metaphase Chromosomes at equator; centromeres divide
Anaphase Sister chromatids pulled to opposite poles
Telophase Nuclear envelopes reform; spindle breaks down

Reference

Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide


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