Question

unit 3 organism growth
this is a model of the cell cycle. in which stage does the cell prepare for cellular division?
a. m
b. g₁
c. g₂
d. s

Explanation:

In the cell cycle, the \(G_{2}\) (Gap 2) phase is when the cell prepares for cellular division. After DNA replication in the \(S\) (Synthesis) phase, during \(G_{2}\), the cell synthesizes proteins and organelles needed for mitosis (the \(M\) phase). The \(G_{1}\) phase is for general cell growth and normal functions before DNA replication. The \(M\) phase is the actual division phase.

Answer:

C. \(G_{2}\)