Mitosis Unit test:

Match the phase of the cell cycle with the correct description

Phases:
Prophase
Anaphase
Metaphase
Cytokinesis
Telophase
Interphase

Descriptions:
Chromosomes are pulled apart toward opposite ends of the cell
Cytoplasm divides
Chromosomes line up at the center of the cell
Phase of the cell cycle where the cell grows and DNA duplicates
Two new nuclei form and the chromosomes unravel
The cell prepares for division, and the microtubules attach to the chromosome

1 answer

Here are the correct matches of the phases of the cell cycle with their descriptions:

  1. Prophase - The cell prepares for division, and the microtubules attach to the chromosome.
  2. Anaphase - Chromosomes are pulled apart toward opposite ends of the cell.
  3. Metaphase - Chromosomes line up at the center of the cell.
  4. Cytokinesis - Cytoplasm divides.
  5. Telophase - Two new nuclei form and the chromosomes unravel.
  6. Interphase - Phase of the cell cycle where the cell grows and DNA duplicates.