During mitosis, which cytoskeletal structure is primarily responsible for separating sister chromatids and segregating chromosomes to opposite poles?
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Correct answer: Microtubules forming the mitotic spindle
Microtubules reorganize into the mitotic spindle that attaches to chromosomes and pulls sister chromatids to opposite poles during cell division.
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