Label the parts of the cell cycle.
1. Interphase: This is the longest phase of the cell cycle where the cell grows and prepares for cell division. It consists of three subphases:
- G1 phase: This is the first gap phase where the cell grows, synthesizes proteins, and carries out its normal functions.
- S phase: This is the synthesis phase where DNA replication occurs, resulting in the duplication of chromosomes.
- G2 phase: This is the second gap phase where the cell continues to grow and prepares for cell division.
2. Mitosis: This is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell divides its nucleus into two identical nuclei. It consists of four subphases:
- Prophase: The chromatin condenses into chromosomes, the nuclear envelope disintegrates, and the spindle apparatus forms.
- Metaphase: The chromosomes line up along the equator of the cell.
- Anaphase: The sister chromatids separate and are pulled to opposite ends of the cell.
- Telophase: The chromosomes decondense, the nuclear envelope reforms, and the spindle apparatus disintegrates.
3. Cytokinesis: This is the final stage of the cell cycle where the cytoplasm of the cell divides, resulting in the formation of two daughter cells.