During growth and replacement of somatic cells, cells divide to increase cell number…

Biology · NEET · NTA ExamsCell Cycle and Cell Division

During growth and replacement of somatic cells, cells divide to increase cell number. Which of the following statements is/are consistent with concepts of cell division?

I. Cells enter the cell cycle from the G₀ phase.
II. DNA replication occurs during S phase before mitosis.
III. Mitosis increases the number of diploid cells.
IV. Cytokinesis ensures each new cell receives a nucleus.
V. Such cell division occurs through meiosis.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. I, II and III only
  2. II, III and IV only
  3. I, II, III and IV only
  4. III, IV and V only

Answer

(C) I, II, III and IV only

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