Question

which represents the correct sequence of stages in the cell cycle?
multiple choice
g₁, g₂, s, m
g₁, s, g₂, m
g₁, g₂, m, s
g₁, m, g₂, s

Explanation:

The cell cycle consists of interphase (which includes \(G_1\) - cell growth, \(S\) - DNA synthesis, \(G_2\) - preparation for mitosis) and \(M\) phase (mitosis - cell division). The correct order is \(G_1\) (first gap), \(S\) (synthesis), \(G_2\) (second gap), \(M\) (mitosis).

Answer:

\(G_1, S, G_2, M\) (the second option in the multiple - choice list)