Question

correctly match the numbered stage with the name of the phase of mitosis.

Explanation:

1. In mitosis, metaphase has chromosomes lined - up at the equator (cell 1).
2. Anaphase is when sister chromatids separate and move to opposite poles (cell 2).
3. Telophase is the stage where two new nuclei form and the cell starts to divide (cell 3).
4. Prophase is the initial stage where chromatin condenses into chromosomes and the nuclear envelope starts to break down (cell 4).

Answer:

1. Metaphase
2. Anaphase
3. Telophase
4. Prophase