Describe the role of the mitotic spindle during mitosis

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The mitotic spindle is a necessary structure of mitosis. The mitotic spindle is composed of microtubules and organized into spindle fibers by the cell's centrosomes. The spindle fibers attach to each sister chromatid at the centromere and assist with their separation during anaphase of the M phase.

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Fertilization usually occurs in the

A. uterine tube. B. vagina. C. ovary. D. uterus.

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Which of the following exemplifies the antagonistic effects of the two divisions of the ANS?

A. Blood clotting B. Blood flow to skeletal muscles C. Sweating D. Erection of the hair E. Intestinal motility

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The cat that died suddenly had a/an ______________ performed to determine the cause of death

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which clotting pathway involves the combining of thromboplastin (factor III) with factor VII and calcium?

A. The extrinsic pathway B. The intrinsic pathway C. The common pathway D. Each of the three pathways (intrinsic, extrinsic, and common).

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