Mitosis and Meiosis

We are now studying the phases of Mitosis and Meiosis. These are the names used to explain cell division among somatic (body cells)and sex cells (sperm and egg). All living cells divide in order to continue thriving. Prior to the initial phase of cell division, DNA is replicated. The chromosomes form and line up as the spindle fibers prepare to pull them apart evenly. In this and other animations, you can see what each phase looks like. In order to achieve mastery of this concept, you need to be able to explain all of the phases by name (such as interphase, prophase, metaphase etc...). You will also need to be able to describe what is going on within the cell during each phase.