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Describe the main events that occur during the G1 phase of interphase.
Explain the significance of the S phase in the cell cycle.
What are the key activities that occur during the G2 phase of interphase?
Describe the events that occur during prophase of mitosis.
Explain the process of cytokinesis and how it differs between plant and animal cells.
Explain how the cell cycle contributes to the growth of an organism.
Describe the role of the cell cycle in tissue repair.
How does the cell cycle contribute to the development of an organism from a single fertilized egg?
Discuss the importance of checkpoints in the cell cycle and their role in preventing cancer.
How does the cell cycle ensure genetic consistency in daughter cells?
Explain the role of the G1 checkpoint in the cell cycle and how it helps prevent errors such as DNA damage.
Describe the function of the G2 checkpoint and its importance in the cell cycle.
How does the M checkpoint (spindle checkpoint) contribute to accurate chromosome segregation during cell division?
What mechanisms do cells use to repair DNA damage detected at cell cycle checkpoints?
How do cell cycle checkpoints contribute to cancer prevention?
Describe the main events that occur during the G1 phase of interphase.
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During the G1 phase of interphase, the cell grows in size and synthesizes various enzymes and nutrients that are needed for DNA replication and cell division. The cell also produces RNA and proteins, and it undergoes metabolic activities to prepare for the subsequent S phase. Additionally, the cell checks for any DNA damage and ensures that the environment is suitable for DNA replication.
Which of the following best describes the primary function of the G1 phase in interphase?
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