Spindle
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Fan-like structures that separate chromosomes during mitosis
Real World Example
Imagine trying to evenly distribute a deck of cards between two players. Just like you need a method to ensure each player gets an equal number of cards, cells use spindle fibers to evenly divide chromosomes during mitosis. In this analogy, the spindle fibers are like the hands that hold the deck and carefully fan out the cards, ensuring each player (or daughter cell) receives the correct number of chromosomes, much like players getting an equal share of cards.
Practice Version
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