[Campbell Biology P.285] Which of the following correctly distinguishes between mitosis and ... | Practice Question
Which of the following correctly distinguishes between mitosis and cytokinesis?
A: Mitosis is the division of the cytoplasm, while cytokinesis is the division of the genetic material in the nucleus.
B: Mitosis is the division of the genetic material in the nucleus, and cytokinesis is the division of the cytoplasm.
C: Mitosis refers to chromosome duplication, while cytokinesis refers to chromosome separation.
D: Both mitosis and cytokinesis refer to the overall process of cell division.
Explanation
The text states: 'Mitosis, the division of the genetic material in the nucleus, is usually followed immediately by cytokinesis, the division of the cytoplasm.' This clearly defines and distinguishes the two processes.