In bacteria, binary fission can be modeled in three stages.
These stages typically include:
- DNA Replication - The bacterial DNA replicates, creating two copies of the chromosome.
- Cell Growth - The cell grows in size and synthesizes the necessary components needed for cell division.
- Cytokinesis - The cell divides into two daughter cells, each with a copy of the DNA.
This model helps to understand the process of bacterial reproduction and growth.