Compartmentalization, storage of genetic information

Metaphase

second phase of mitosis, during which the chromosomes line up across the center of the cell the spindle aligns the chromosomes along the metaphase plate.

cell cycle

series of events in which a cell grows, prepares for division, and divides to form two daughter cells

RNA

single-stranded nucleic acid that contains the sugar ribose

Prophase

Chromosomes become visable, nuclear envelop dissolves, spindle forms

Synthesis

combining parts into a whole

nuclear envelope

A double membrane that surrounds the nucleus in the cell. there is a 20-40 nm gap between the two phospholipid

Nucleus

A part of the cell containing DNA and RNA and responsible for growth and reproduction is responsible for the storage of DNA

Telophase

After the chromosome seperates, the cell seals off, Final Phase of Mitosis.

G1

Cell growth and normal functions the phases of the cycle (first gap)

Nucleolus

Found inside the nucleus and produces ribosomes is the largest structure inside the nucleus, and it is responsible for producing. is made three regions; two thread-like fibrillar components and one granular component.

Anaphase

Phase of mitosis in which the chromosomes separate and move to opposite ends of the cell sister chromatics are split at the centromere and pulled toward opposite poles.

Mitosis

cell division in which the nucleus divides into nuclei containing the same number of chromosomes.

DNA

deoxyribonucleic acid, a self-replicating material present in nearly all living organisms as the main constituent of chromosomes. It is the carrier of genetic information.