Multiple Choice
In the eukaryotic cell cycle, which three phases are collectively considered interphase?
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16. Cell Division
Overview of the Cell Cycle
Multiple Choice
In a typical proliferating eukaryotic cell, which phase of the cell cycle is generally the longest?
A
Telophase
B
Interphase (G1, S, and G2)
C
Anaphase
D
M phase (mitosis and cytokinesis)
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Understand the phases of the eukaryotic cell cycle: Interphase (which includes G1, S, and G2 phases) and M phase (which includes mitosis and cytokinesis).
Recall that Interphase is the period when the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for mitosis, while M phase is when the cell actually divides.
Recognize that Interphase is subdivided into G1 (cell growth), S (DNA synthesis), and G2 (preparation for mitosis), and these stages collectively take more time than the M phase.
Compare the duration of each phase: M phase is relatively short because mitosis and cytokinesis are rapid processes, whereas Interphase involves extensive biochemical activities and growth.
Conclude that Interphase is generally the longest phase of the cell cycle in a proliferating eukaryotic cell.
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