Multiple choice

Which among the following is the longest phase in the cell cycle?

  1. Anaphase

  2. Metaphase

  3. Interphase

  4. Telo phase

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Interphase occupies about 90% of the cell cycle, consisting of G1, S, and G2 phases where the cell grows and replicates its DNA. The mitotic phase (prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase) is much shorter by comparison.