| Karyokinesis | Cytokinesis |
| $(i)$ It consists of distinct sub-phases (Prophase,Metaphase,Anaphase,Telophase). | $(i)$ It has no sub-phases; it is a continuous process. |
| $(ii)$ It is the process of nuclear division. | $(ii)$ It is the process of cytoplasmic division. |
| $(iii)$ It occurs in both mitosis and meiosis. | $(iii)$ In plant cells,it occurs via cell plate formation; in animal cells,it occurs via cleavage furrow. |
| $(iv)$ It ensures the distribution of genetic material into two nuclei. | $(iv)$ It ensures the physical separation of the cytoplasm to form two daughter cells. |
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