Question

Distinguish between:

Karyokinesis and Cytokinesis

Answer 1

1. Karyokinesis: The division of the cell nucleus is referred to as karyokinesis.
2. Cytokinesis: The division of cytoplasm after nuclear division is referred to as Cytokinesis.

S.No.	Karyokinesis	Cytokinesis
1.	It is the first step of the M phase.	Cytokinesis is followed by karyokinesis.
2.	It is completed in four continuous steps-Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase. The process of karyokinesis is similar in both plant and animal cells.	Animal cell involves constriction of cytoplasm between daughter nuclei. Plant cell involves the formation of the plant cell wall.
3.	It can occur with or without cytokinesis.	It is dependent on karyokinesis.