If the cell whose nuclear material is shown in the accompanying figure continues toward completion of mitosis, which of the following events would occur next?
A) cell-membrane synthesis
B) spindle fiber formation
C) nuclear envelope breakdown
D) formation of telophase nuclei
E) synthesis of chromatids

Question

If the cell whose nuclear material is shown in the accompanying figure continues toward completion of mitosis, which of the following events would occur next?
A) cell-membrane synthesis 
B) spindle fiber formation 
C) nuclear envelope breakdown 
D) formation of telophase nuclei 
E) synthesis of chromatids

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The image shows a cell in metaphase, where the chromosomes are aligned on the metaphase plate. From this stage, the next event that occurs in mitosis is the separation of the sister chromatids and the formation of two new nuclei during telophase. Therefore, choice D (formation of telophase nuclei) is the best answer. A, B, C, and E are incorrect because they do not occur in this specific stage of mitosis.

If the Cell Whose Nuclear Material Is Shown in the Accompanying