The correct order of the stages of cell division is as follows:
- Interphase (G1, S, G2) - This is the phase where the cell prepares for division, including DNA replication.
- Prophase - The chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope begins to break down, and the spindle apparatus forms.
- Metaphase - The chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plate.
- Anaphase - The sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.
- Telophase - The separated chromatids reach the poles, the nuclear envelope reforms around each set of chromosomes, and the chromosomes begin to de-condense.
- Cytokinesis - The cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate daughter cells.
So, the final order is:
- Interphase (G1, S, G2)
- Prophase
- Metaphase
- Anaphase
- Telophase
- Cytokinesis