Telophase is the final stage of mitosis, the process by which a cell divides its nucleus. During telophase, the separated chromosomes reach opposite poles of the cell and begin to de-condense back into chromatin. The nuclear envelope reforms around each set of chromosomes, creating two distinct nuclei within the cell. As telophase progresses, the cell prepares for cytokinesis, the next step where the cytoplasm divides. This results in two daughter cells, each with a complete set of genetic material. Telophase is crucial for ensuring that each new cell has the necessary components to function properly.