1. Prophase:

* Chromatin condenses into chromosomes.

* Nuclear envelope breaks down.

* Spindle fibers form from centrioles.

2. Metaphase:

* Chromosomes line up at the equator of the cell.

* Spindle fibers attach to centromeres of chromosomes.

3. Anaphase:

* Sister chromatids separate and move to opposite poles of the cell.

* Spindle fibers shorten.

4. Telophase:

* Chromosomes reach the poles of the cell.

* Nuclear envelope reforms around each set of chromosomes.

* Chromosomes uncoil and become less distinct.

* Cytokinesis begins, dividing the cytoplasm.

5. Cytokinesis:

* The cytoplasm divides, forming two daughter cells, each with a complete set of chromosomes.

This sequence is known as PMAT, which is a helpful acronym to remember the order.