Biology · Class 9–10

Cell Division (Mitosis)

Watch one cell copy itself and split into two identical daughter cells.

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🧠 Remember it

Cell Division (Mitosis)

Mitosis = one cell → two identical cells. Stages in order: PMAT — Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase. "Pass Me Another Taco." The chromosome number stays the same.

🌏 In real life

A cut on your skin heals because the cells around the wound divide by mitosis to make exact copies — brand-new skin cells identical to the old ones.

📝 Quick notes

  • Mitosis produces two genetically identical daughter cells from one parent cell.
  • It is used for growth, repair and replacing worn-out cells.
  • The chromosome number stays the same in the daughter cells (e.g. 46 → 46 in humans).
  • Stages in order: Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase, followed by cytokinesis.

🎯 Test yourself

How many daughter cells does mitosis produce, and are they identical?

Two, and they are genetically identical to the parent cell.

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