Question

In mitosis, it can sometimes take a long time for the chromosomes to assemble on the metaphase plate, but cell won't begin anaphase until all of the chromosomes are lined up properly. Why do you think is? Be detailed in your answer.

Answer 1

Mitosis may be defined as the process of cell division in which a single diploid parent cell divides into two daughter cells. The four stages of mitosis are prophase, metaphase, anaphase and telophase.

The chromosomes get align at metaphase plate during metaphase. Sometimes the arrangement of chromosomes takes more time and after their alignment anaphase process begins because cells has various checkpoints to maintain the proper cell division. Their improper functioning can cause diseases like cancer. The cells has proper metaphase/ anaphase transitions check point that maintains the proper cell division.