Question

1. what is the name for the “in between” phase in cell divisions?
2. in interphase, the dna is in the form of loose threads called
3. during prophase, the dna condenses into x - shaped structures called:
4. during metaphase the chromosomes line up along the middle of the cell called the
5. during what stage do the chromosomes pull apart?
6. another name for cell division is
7. what structure reappears during telophase?
8. during which stage does the dna copy itself?
9. the spindle attaches to what structures?
10. during what phase does the spindle form?

Explanation:

1. Interphase is the 'in - between' phase.
2. In interphase, DNA is in chromatin form.
3. Condensed DNA forms sister chromatids.
4. Chromosomes line up at cell's equator in metaphase.
5. Chromosomes separate in anaphase.
6. Cytokinesis is cell division after telophase.
7. Nuclear envelope reappears in telophase.
8. DNA replicates in S - phase of interphase.
9. Spindle attaches to kinetochores on chromosomes.
10. Spindle forms during prophase.

Answer:

1. Interphase
2. Chromatin
3. Sister chromatids
4. Equator (or metaphase plate)
5. Anaphase
6. Cytokinesis
7. Nuclear envelope
8. Interphase (S - phase specifically)
9. Kinetochores
10. Prophase