Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division by growing and replicating its DNA. It consists of three stages: G1, S, and G2.
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Interphase accounts for about 90% of the total time in the cell cycle.
During G1 phase, the cell grows and synthesizes proteins necessary for DNA replication.
S phase is marked by DNA replication, resulting in two sister chromatids for each chromosome.
In G2 phase, the cell continues to grow and produces proteins needed for mitosis.
Interphase is crucial for ensuring that cells have sufficient resources and accurate genetic material before entering mitosis.