Which of the following occurs during metaphase of mitosis?

a. Centrioles migrate to opposite poles of the cell.
b. Chromatin condenses into chromosomes.
c. The nuclear envelope disappears.
d. Chromosomes decondense into chromatin.


Answer: a. Centrioles migrate to opposite poles of the cell.

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