Which stage of mitosis is characterized by the complete disintegration of the nuclear envelope?
Which stage of mitosis is characterized by the complete disintegration of the nuclear envelope?
Prophase
Metaphase
Anaphase
Telophase
Solution
The complete disintegration of the nuclear envelope marks the start of the second phase of mitosis, hence the chromosomes are spread through the cytoplasm of the cell. By this stage, condensation of chromosomes is completed and they can be observed clearly under the microscope.