Identify the steps that correspond to the cell cycle, using the choices provided.(

Answer 1

To identify the steps that correspond to the cell cycle, we generally refer to the following phases:

1. Interphase:

   • G1 Phase (Gap 1): The cell grows and synthesizes proteins necessary for DNA replication.
   • S Phase (Synthesis): The cell duplicates its DNA, so each chromosome now consists of two sister chromatids.
   • G2 Phase (Gap 2): The cell continues to grow and prepares for mitosis, ensuring all DNA is replicated.

2. M Phase (Mitosis):

   • Prophase: Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes; the nuclear envelope begins to break down.
   • Metaphase: Chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane.
   • Anaphase: Sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.
   • Telophase: Nuclear membranes begin to reform around each set of chromosomes, which begin to de-condense.

3. Cytokinesis: The division of the cytoplasm, resulting in two separate daughter cells.

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