Question

What phase of mitotic interphase is missing from meiotic interkinesis?

a. G0phase

b. G1phase

c. S phase

d. G2phase

Short answer

The correct answer is option c.

Step-by-step solution

Step 1. Introduction

Cell cycle consist of two major phase that is interphase and the mitotic phase. Interphase include G0, G1, S and G2 phase.

Step 2. the explanation for correct option

Option c is correct because cells enter interkinesis or interphase II which is a short resting period before entering mitosis II. S phase is missing so that chromosomes do not duplicate.

Step 2. The explanation for the incorrect options

Option a is incorrect because interphase II or interkinesis includes G0, G1, and G2 phase and no DNA replication occur.

Option b is incorrect because interphase II or interkinesis includes G0, G1, and G2 phase and no DNA replication occur.

Option d is incorrect because interphase II or interkinesis includes G0, G1, and G2 phase and no DNA replication occur.