The sequence of cell cycle is
- S,M,G$ _{1}$, and G$ _{2}$
- G$ _{1}$,G$ _{2}$,S and M
- G$ _{1}$,S,$G _{2}$, and M
- M,G$ _{1},$,G$ _{2}$ and S
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Explanation
- Cell enters cell cycle at G$ _1$ (First Gap) phase, where the cell grows larger, doubles organelles and synthesizes proteins, enzymes and all other biochemical molecules required for efficient completion of cell division.
- Then cell enters S (synthesis) phase, where cell synthesizes a complete copy of the genomic DNA inside the nucleus. It also duplicates centrosome which is required for separation of DNA to opposite poles during mitosis.
- Then cell enters the G$ _2$ (Second Gap) phase, where cell grows more and produces more proteins and organelles required for mitosis. Cell also reorganize its contents for mitosis to occur. G$ _2$ phase also acts as a checkpoint to ensure that the cell is ready for mitosis.
- The end of G$ _2$ phase is the beginning of M (Mitosis) phase, where the real cell division occurs. The cell divides its doubled DNA and cytoplasmic contents to form two daughter cells.
So, the correct option is 'G$ _1$, S, G$ _2$and M'.