M phase

M phase, or mitotic phase, is a stage in the cell cycle where a cell divides to form two new cells. It includes two key processes: mitosis, where the cell's DNA is replicated and evenly distributed to each new cell, and cytokinesis, which is when the cell's cytoplasm splits, completing the division. This phase is crucial for growth, development, and repair in living organisms. M phase ensures that each new cell has the correct number of chromosomes, maintaining genetic stability across generations of cells.