What is the main purpose of the S phase in the cell cycle? (2022)

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What is the main purpose of the S phase in the cell cycle? (2022)
  1. Cell growth
  2. DNA replication
  3. Cell division
  4. Protein synthesis

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the main purpose of the S phase in the cell cycle? (2022)
  • Step 1: Understand that the cell cycle is the process that cells go through to grow and divide.
  • Step 2: Identify the S phase as one part of the cell cycle.
  • Step 3: Know that 'S' stands for 'synthesis'.
  • Step 4: Recognize that during the S phase, the cell makes a copy of its DNA.
  • Step 5: Realize that this DNA replication is important so that when the cell divides, each new cell gets a full set of chromosomes.
  • Step 6: Conclude that the main purpose of the S phase is to ensure that each daughter cell has the necessary genetic information.
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