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Which phase of mitosis is the longest?

Published in Mitosis Phases 1 min read

The longest phase of mitosis is prophase. According to the reference, "The first and longest phase of mitosis is prophase."

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

While the duration of each phase can vary depending on cell type and other factors, generally, prophase takes the longest time to complete.

Mitosis Phase Duration
Prophase Longest
Metaphase Shorter
Anaphase Relatively Short
Telophase Intermediate

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