In which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?

Practice Questions

Q1
In which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?
  1. G1 phase
  2. S phase
  3. G2 phase
  4. M phase

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

In which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?
Correct Answer: S phase
  • Step 1: Understand that the cell cycle has different phases.
  • Step 2: Identify the phases of the cell cycle: G1, S, G2, and M.
  • Step 3: Know that 'S' stands for 'Synthesis'.
  • Step 4: Remember that DNA replication is the process of copying DNA.
  • Step 5: Conclude that DNA replication happens during the S phase.
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