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Question
During cell cycle, the duration of which of the following phases is the shortest?
Correct Answer
Option A is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Mitosis (M phase) is typically the shortest phase of the cell cycle, often lasting only about an hour in a typical mammalian cell. The G1, S, and G2 phases collectively make up interphase, which can last for many hours or even days, depending on the cell type and growth conditions.
Hint
Compare the time typically spent in cell division versus the time spent preparing for it.