Multiple Choice
What is the end result of mitosis in a typical diploid somatic cell?
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16. Cell Division
Mitosis
Multiple Choice
In cell biology, students often use a mnemonic acronym to remember the stages of mitosis in order. Which acronym correctly represents the sequence Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase?
A
PMAT
B
PMTA
C
IPMAT
D
MATP
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Understand that mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two daughter cells, and it proceeds through specific stages in a defined order.
Recall the main stages of mitosis: Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase.
Recognize that the mnemonic acronym is designed to help remember the sequence of these stages in the correct order.
Match each letter of the acronym to the first letter of each mitosis stage: P for Prophase, M for Metaphase, A for Anaphase, and T for Telophase.
Confirm that the correct sequence of stages is Prophase → Metaphase → Anaphase → Telophase, which corresponds to the acronym PMAT.
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