What occurs during the S-phase of the cell cycle?

[RamonitaBe]

I'm studying the stages of the cell cycle and want to know what happens in the S-phase. Can someone explain its main function and importance?

 

[DeeReich70]

During the S-phase (Synthesis phase) of the cell cycle, the cell replicates its DNA, creating an identical copy of each chromosome. This ensures that when the cell later divides during mitosis or meiosis, each daughter cell receives a complete set of genetic information.

 

[nikhilrajoria]

A cell is used to generate its DNA in the S-phase (Synthesis phase) such that each chromosome is replicated. This is such that new cells that have arisen after division inherit the same genetic material.

 

[royjasika]

During the S-phase (synthesis phase) of the cell cycle, the cell replicates its DNA, ensuring each chromosome is copied to form two identical sister chromatids. This process doubles the cell’s genetic material, preparing it for division. Key enzymes like DNA polymerase help ensure accurate replication, maintaining genetic stability for the next cell generation.

 

[Robert Willian]

During the S stage, the cellular DNA in the nucleus is replicated entirely. A single chromosome that initially has one chromatid is now doubled thus each chromatid will now be an exact copy of the other (sister chromatids) and they will be linked by a spot named centromere.

 

[theo]

During the S-phase, the cell copies its DNA so each new cell will get a complete set, think of it as making a backup before dividing. It’s crucial because without accurate DNA replication, cell division just wouldn’t work properly.

 

[Jacks will]

In the S (Synthesis) stage of the cell cycle, the cell reproduces the DNA in a way that all the chromosomes are replicated to make sure that both daughter cells get the same genetic material when the cell is divided.

 

[Michael Anderson]

At the S stage of the cell cycle, the cell replicates its DNA in such a way that the duplication process takes place on each chromosome, and therefore the two daughter cells will get the same genetic information at the cell division stage.

 

[jarwish]

During the S-phase (Synthesis phase) of the cell cycle, the cell replicates its DNA, producing identical copies of each chromosome. This ensures that both daughter cells receive complete genetic information during cell division.

 

[Cayson]

During the S-phase of the cell cycle, DNA replication occurs. Each chromosome is duplicated to form two identical sister chromatids, ensuring that genetic information is accurately copied and prepared for equal distribution during cell division.