The G ₂ Checkpoint Prevents the Cell Cycle from Continuing

question 25

Multiple Choice

The G ₂ checkpoint prevents the cell cycle from continuing until

• A) it is known for sure if the cell will divide.
• B) the DNA has finished replicating.
• C) the chromosomes are properly attached to the spindle fibers.
• D) all the organelles have been duplicated.
• E) the centrosomes have duplicated.

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