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MCAT Biology Question — Meiosis and Mitosis

Which of the following phases are common to cells undergoing meiosis and mitosis?

  1. G1 phase
  2. G2 phase
  3. M phase

 

  1. I only
  2. I and III only
  3. II and III only
  4. I, II, and III
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This question asks the examinee to determine phases within the cell life cycle common to both mitotic-dividing cells and meiotic-dividing cells. The cell cycle is composed of interphase and M phase. In both meiotic- and mitotic-dividing cells, interphase includes the G1, S, and G2 phases, and in highly specialized cells, such as neurons, a G0 phase. Both cell types go through the M phase as either meiosis or mitosis. Thus, I, II and III are correct, making answer choice D the best answer.

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