Question

DNA replication takes place at ________ phase of the cell cycle

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

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

S

In eukaryotes, the replication of DNA takes place at S-phase of the cell cycle. The replication of DNA and cell division cycle should be coordinated. A failure in cell division after DNA replication results into chromosomal anomaly.