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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

3. Energy & Cell Processes

Phases of Mitosis

Anatomy & Physiology

3. Energy & Cell Processes

Phases of Mitosis

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Which of the following events occurs during metaphase of mitosis?

The mitotic spindle begins to form.

The nuclear envelope breaks down.

Sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles.

Chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane.

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Understand the stages of mitosis: Mitosis is divided into several stages: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase. Each stage has distinct events that occur.

Identify the key event of metaphase: During metaphase, the chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane, also known as the metaphase plate.

Differentiate between the stages: In prophase, the mitotic spindle begins to form and the nuclear envelope breaks down. In anaphase, sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles.

Focus on metaphase: The defining characteristic of metaphase is the alignment of chromosomes at the equatorial plane, preparing them for separation.

Review the options: Compare the given options with the events of each mitotic stage to identify that the alignment of chromosomes at the equatorial plane is the event that occurs during metaphase.