What would you expect to happen if MPF (maturation-promoting factor) is introduced into immature frog oocytes that are arrested in G₂? A) The cells would remain arrested in G₂. B) The cells would enter G₀. C) The cells would enter mitosis. D) The cells would begin DNA synthesis.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

MPF (maturation-promoting factor) promotes the transition of cells from G2 into mitosis. Therefore, if MPF is introduced into immature frog oocytes that are arrested in G2, the cells would enter mitosis.

What Would You Expect to Happen If MPF (Maturation-Promoting Factor)