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Because mitosis produces 2 genetically identical cells, each cell must have an equal amount of DNA as the parent cell had. Because of this, the DNA makes a duplicate copy of itself before mitosis begins, so that when the chromosomes separate each cell that forms will have as much DNA as the parent cell.

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Q: Why is DNA replication required prior to mitosis?
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Which process require prior DNA replication?

mitosis


In preparation for mitosis DNA is copied this is called DNA?

DNA is not copied during mitosis. It is copied in the portion of the cell cycle prior to mitosis during the S phase of interphase and is called DNA Replication.


What is DNA replication and what is its function?

DNA replication is the process in which the DNA is copied prior to mitosis. It's purpose is to prepare the cell for mitosis, which is the division of the nucleus into two identical daughter nuclei, usually followed by cytokinesis, the division of the cytoplasm.


IS DNA replication required step prior to cell division?

yes


Is DNA replication the same as mitosis?

No, mitosis is the process of cell division. DNA replication is only one part of this process.


What are the process of DNA replication in a diagram?

Search this in images: DNA replication


Which of these terms would NOT be associated with DNA during mitosis?

Replication would not be associated with DNA during mitosis.


What phase do cell makes a copy of its DNA?

DNA Replication, in Mitosis.


Why do you need to know about DNA replication?

For mitosis and meiosis


Does DNA replication occur after telophase 1?

Telophase is a phase of mitosis. DNA replication must occur before mitosis begins. If it does not then the DNA chromosomes may not be consistent throughout the division of the cells.


What is a result of DNA replication?

More DNA which can be passed on to the resultant cells of mitosis.


What is copied before mitosis begins?

DNA, the genetic material, of course. Also mitochondria and chloroplasts need to divide. This is the process of mitosis where two daughter cells are produced and both will need the complete complement of genetic material; DNA.