The end result of mitosis is two identical daughter cells. These daughter cells are also identical to the parent cell. Mitosis is essential for growth and repair in living organisms. read more
Mitosis is divided into five phases: 1. Interphase: The DNA in the cell is copied in preparation for cell division, this results in two identical full sets of chromosomes. Outside of the nucleus are two centrosomes, each containing a pair of centrioles, these structures are critical for the process of cell division. read more