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Why do chromosomes split?

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Chromosomes split in order to reproduce.

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Chromosomes split during cell division (mitosis or meiosis) to ensure that each daughter cell receives a complete set of chromosomes. This process, called chromosome segregation, allows genetic information to be accurately replicated and transmitted to the next generation of cells.

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During Anaphase


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Chromosomes will line up in metaphase and in anaphase they will split apart.


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Do identical twin have the same genotype?

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When chromosomes divides by mitosis does it stay the same or spilt in half?

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