Question

which step of mitosis involves the spindle fibers pulling the chromosomes to opposite ends of the cell?
metaphase
prophase
anaphase
telophase

Explanation:

• Metaphase: Chromosomes align at the cell's equator.
• Prophase: Chromosomes condense, nuclear envelope breaks down.
• Anaphase: Spindle fibers pull sister chromatids (chromosomes) to opposite cell ends.
• Telophase: Nuclear envelopes reform around separated chromosomes.

Answer:

C. anaphase