FOCUS QUESTION

What happens during each phase of mitosis?

The map breaks this topic into its core concepts, connected by labeled relationships. Each link is written so it can be read as a complete statement — not just an unlabeled line between boxes.

Concepts and relationships

  • Mitosis begins after Interphase.
  • Interphase leads to Prophase.
  • Prophase followed by Metaphase.
  • Metaphase followed by Anaphase.
  • Anaphase followed by Telophase.
  • Telophase produces Two Identical Cells.
  • Metaphase aligns Chromosomes.
  • Anaphase separates Chromosomes.

How to read this map

Read the phases in order and note what happens to the chromosomes as the cell moves toward division.

Learning objectives

  • Order the phases of mitosis.
  • Describe chromosome behavior in each phase.
  • Explain why mitosis produces identical cells.
  • Contrast mitosis with meiosis.
Review standard: Phase names and events were checked against standard secondary-school biology descriptions. Sources: OpenStax Biology 2e — Cell Division.