Question

The synthesis and storage of ATP molecules required for cell division takes place in

• A. Prophase
• B. G${}_1$ phase
• C. Anaphase
• D. G${}_2$ phase

Answer 1

The correct option is D G${}_2$ phase

The synthesis and storage of ATP molecules required for cell division take place in G${}_2$ phase. G${}_2$ phase, or pre-mitotic phase is the third and final subphase of Interphase in the cell cycle directly preceding Mitosis. It follows the successful completion of S phase, during which the cell's DNA is replicated. G${}_2$ phase ends with the onset of prophase, the first phase of mitosis in which the cell's chromatin condenses into chromosomes. G${}_2$ phase is a period of rapid cell growth and protein synthesis during which the cell readies itself for mitosis. So, the correct answer is option D.