Question

Which phase of the cell cycle is called the pre-mitotic phase?

• A. $G_2$ phase
• B. $G_1$ phase
• C. M phase
• D. S phase

Answer 1

The correct option is A $G_2$ phase

Cell cycle includes a non-dividing phase, interphase and a dividing phase, mitotic phase (M phase).

Interphase has a long duration and during this phase the cell prepares to divide by undergoing cell growth and DNA replication. Interphase is further divided into $G_1$ , S and $G_2$ phases. The cell cycle begins from the $G_1$ phase and as it follows the mitotic phase of the previous cell division cycle, it is also called the post-mitotic phase. $G_2$ phase is also called pre-mitotic phase as the cell enters into division phase after $G_2$ phase.