Question

The cell cycle consists of two main phases: _____. interphase and M phase G0 phase and S phase M phase and S phase interphase and G2 phase

Answer 1

Answer: The correct answer is -

interphase and M phase.

Explanation:

Cell cycle can be described as a series of events that take place for the division of cell into two daughter cells.

It is primarily divided into two stages, which are-

1) Interphase (that is further divided into G1, S, and G2 phase) that involves the duplication of DNA and other proteins required in cell division.

2) M (mitotic phase) phase during which the nuclear division takes place through four successive stages that are prophase, followed by metaphase, anaphase and telophase.

After this cytokinesis (cytoplasmic division) occurs resulting in formation of two daughter cells.

Thus, first option is the right answer.

Answer 2

Interphase and M phase (Mitotic phase).

Interphase is when the cell is resting and preparing for division, M phase is when the cell is in the process of dividing.