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Multiple Choice
Which two main stages make up the eukaryotic cell cycle?
A
Interphase and mitosis
B
Mitosis and cytokinesis
C
Meiosis and mitosis
D
Interphase and meiosis
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Understand that the eukaryotic cell cycle is the process by which a eukaryotic cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and divides to produce two daughter cells.
Recall that the cell cycle is divided into two main stages: Interphase and the M phase (mitotic phase).
Interphase is the stage where the cell grows, performs its normal functions, and duplicates its DNA in preparation for division. It consists of three sub-phases: G1 (growth), S (DNA synthesis), and G2 (preparation for mitosis).
The M phase includes mitosis (the division of the nucleus) and cytokinesis (the division of the cytoplasm), resulting in two genetically identical daughter cells.
Review the provided answer choices and identify that the correct answer is 'Interphase and mitosis,' as these are the two main stages of the eukaryotic cell cycle.