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What is the function of the mitotic spindle and spindle fibers during mitosis?

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Spindle fibers form a protein structure that divides the genetic material in a cell. The spindle is necessary to equally divide the chromosomes in a parental cell into two daughter cells during both mitosis and meiosis. Spindle fibers are called mitotic spindle during mitosis.
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Helps Separate the chromosomes :) Hope that helps

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