Which of the following statements applies to mitosis but not to cytokinesis?
A) it contains a checkpoint that will evaluate the quality of the cell
B) requires a large amount of ATP in order for the cellular mechanisms to function
C) if it is disrupted it can lead to an abnormal cell
D) it results in two daughter cells that are half the size of the original cell

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Mitosis includes specific checkpoints, such as the spindle assembly checkpoint, that evaluate the quality and readiness of the cell to proceed with division, ensuring that chromosomes are properly aligned and attached to spindle fibers before proceeding to anaphase. This mechanism is crucial for maintaining genomic integrity. Cytokinesis, the process of cytoplasmic division, does not have such a checkpoint focused on evaluating the quality of the cell in the same way.

Which of the Following Statements Applies to Mitosis but Not