The stage in a cell's life cycle in which the cell performs its normal functions and prepares for divisionis called
A) prophase.
B) metaphase.
C) interphase.
D) telophase.
E) anaphase.

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Interphase is the longest stage of a cell's life cycle in which the cell performs its normal functions and prepares for division. During interphase, the cell undergoes three sub-phases: G1 (Gap 1), S (Synthesis), and G2 (Gap 2). It is during the S phase that DNA replication takes place.

The Stage in a Cell's Life Cycle in Which the Cell