Question

The actual separation or division of the parent cell is called _____.

Answer 1

The separation or division of the parent cell is called cytokinesis

Answer 2

Answer:

The correct answer is Cytokinesis.

Explanation:

Cytokinesis is the last stage of the cell division that takes place at the end of M-phase (meiosis or mitosis). In this phase, the cytoplasm of the parent cell divides into 2 daughter cells.  It takes place after or during the division of the nucleus.

In the cell, in this process, a cell plate of cleavage furrow is formed that divides the cell membrane ultimately to form two new cells.

Thus, the correct answer is Cytokinesis.