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metaphase


metaphase
The phase of mitosis or meiosis when the chromosomes align along the center of the cell on the equator of the spindle. Because metaphase chromosomes are highly condensed, scientists use these chromosomes for gene mapping and identifying chromosomal aberrations. Metaphase comes after prophase and before anaphase.


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Source: National Human Genome Research Institute


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