Interphase

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The phase that makes up the majority of the cell cycle. It prepares the cell for division and can be broken into three phases:Gap 1 (G1.), Synthesis (S), and Gap 2 (G2 ).

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  • Glossary: Gap 1 (G1)
    Growth Phase One, the first phase of interphase, is when the cell grows, doubling in mass and organelles, in preparation for cell division.
  • Glossary: Gap 2 (G2)
    Growth Phase Two, the third phase of interphase, is when proteins are replicated. They will help the cell to divide in meiosis. At the end of this phase, the cell is ready to enter meiosis.
  • Glossary: Synthesis (S)
    The second phase of interphase when DNA is replicated. Each chromosome gains an identical copy.
  • Glossary: Centrosome
    Replicates during interphase. It is part of the spindle and contains two centrioles. During cell division, they migrate to opposite poles and aid in pulling apart the chromosomes.
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