Multiple Choice
Mitosis is the division of the cell's DNA, while ______ is the division of the cytoplasm.
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16. Cell Division
Cytokinesis
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During which step of cell division are two identical daughter cells formed?
A
Anaphase
B
Prophase
C
Metaphase
D
Cytokinesis
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Understand the context of the question: The problem is asking about the specific step in cell division where two identical daughter cells are formed. This requires knowledge of the stages of the cell cycle and mitosis.
Review the stages of mitosis: Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase. These stages involve the division of the nucleus and the alignment and separation of chromosomes, but they do not complete the physical separation of the cell.
Introduce the concept of cytokinesis: Cytokinesis is the process that follows mitosis and involves the division of the cytoplasm, resulting in two physically separate and identical daughter cells.
Clarify the distinction: While mitosis ensures the equal distribution of genetic material, cytokinesis is the final step that physically separates the two daughter cells.
Conclude that the correct answer is Cytokinesis, as it is the step where the two identical daughter cells are fully formed and separated.
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