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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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Which process require prior DNA replication?

mitosis


Does mitosis begin with DNA replication?

Yes, mitosis begins with 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 involved in mitosis or meiosis?

DNA replication is involved in both mitosis and meiosis.


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.


In what phase of mitosis does DNA replication occur?

DNA replication occurs during the S phase of the cell cycle, which is before mitosis begins.


Is mitosis directly involved in the process of DNA replication?

No, mitosis is not directly involved in the process of DNA replication. DNA replication occurs during the S phase of the cell cycle, which is separate from the process of mitosis. Mitosis is the division of the cell's nucleus into two identical daughter cells, while DNA replication is the process of copying the cell's genetic material.


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


In which stage of the cell cycle, mitosis or meiosis, does DNA replication occur?

DNA replication occurs in the S phase of the cell cycle, which is part of both mitosis and meiosis.


How does DNA replication differ between mitosis and meiosis?

In mitosis, DNA replication occurs once, resulting in two identical daughter cells. In meiosis, DNA replication occurs twice, resulting in four genetically diverse daughter cells.


What is a result of DNA replication?

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