Multiple Choice
Which phase of the cell cycle is characterized by DNA replication?
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16. Cell Division
Overview of the Cell Cycle
Multiple Choice
In an overview of the eukaryotic cell cycle, what is the time between cell divisions called?
A
M phase (mitosis and cytokinesis)
B
Interphase
C
Cytokinesis
D
G0 phase
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Understand that the eukaryotic cell cycle consists of several phases, including Interphase and M phase.
Recognize that M phase includes mitosis and cytokinesis, which are the processes of nuclear and cytoplasmic division, respectively.
Identify that the time between cell divisions is when the cell is not actively dividing but preparing for the next division.
Recall that this preparation phase, where the cell grows and DNA is replicated, is called Interphase.
Note that G0 phase is a resting or quiescent state where the cell is not actively preparing to divide, so it is distinct from the general time between divisions.
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