Which of the following is the correct order of mitosis steps?

• A. Interphase - metaphase - prophase - anaphase - telophase – cytokinesis
• B. Interphase – prophase – metaphase – anaphase – telophase – cytokinesis
• C. Interphase – prophase – metaphase – telophase – anaphase – cytokinesis
• D. Cytokinesis – prophase – metaphase – anaphase – telophase – interphase

Answer: (B)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Understand that mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells.
2. Recognize that mitosis consists of several phases: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase, followed by cytokinesis.
3. Note that interphase is not part of mitosis itself but is the phase where the cell prepares for division, including DNA replication.
4. Identify the correct sequence of mitosis phases: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase, followed by cytokinesis.
5. Compare the given options to the correct sequence of mitosis phases to determine the correct order.