Question

Cells which are not dividing are likely to be at

• A. G${}_1$
• B. G${}_2$
• C. G${}_0$
• D. S phase

Answer 1

The correct option is C G${}_0$

G${}_0$ phase

If the cell decides to exit the cell cycle, then it quits the G${}_1$ phase and enters a phase of inactivation or dormancy known as the quiescent phase or G${}_0$ phase. The cells in the G${}_0$ phase remain metabolically active and do not usually divide.

They get differentiated to become specialised in particular functions. However, they might be temporarily quiescent and get restored with the ability of cell division as and when they receive signals depending on the requirement of the cell.

Final answer: c. G${}_0$.