In which phase of the cell cycle is DNA visible as chromosome structures?
A. G1
B. G2
C. M
D. S
C
During the reproductive resting state of G0 and during the interphase of the cell cycle, the DNA is present in a loose helix that is not dense and is so fine that it cannot be seen with an ordinary microscope. During the M phase of the cell cycle, when the cell actually divides, the DNA coils up very tightly into thick, dense, temporary structures that can be stained and seen with an ordinary microscope.
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a. Available supplies b. Interdisciplinary communication c. Interruptions in work d. Workload fluctuations
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A. 320 mg every 4 to 6 hours B. 650 mg every 4 to 6 hours C. 240 mg every 4 to 6 hours D. 160 mg every 4 to 6 hours