Question

1. what is the purpose of the g1 checkpoint?

• makes sure the cell has properly divided into two cells.
• makes sure the cell is the correct size and that there is no dna damage.
• makes sure the chromosomes have correctly moved to opposite sides of the cell.
• makes sure that the dna has been copied correctly.

Explanation:

The G1 checkpoint in the cell cycle assesses if the cell is of appropriate size and if its DNA is undamaged before proceeding to the S phase. The first option describes cytokinesis, the third is about anaphase, and the fourth is the G2 checkpoint's role.

Answer:

B. Makes sure the cell is the correct size and that there is no DNA damage.