Here's a breakdown of why:

* Chromosomes gather at the poles: During telophase, the chromosomes, which were pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell during anaphase, reach the poles and begin to uncoil.

* Cytoplasm divides: The cell membrane pinches inward, eventually dividing the cytoplasm into two separate cells. This process is called cytokinesis.

* 2 daughter cells are formed: The result is two genetically identical daughter cells, each with a complete set of chromosomes.

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