A body cell is in the longest stage of its life cycle. The cell grows, synthesizing proteins and increasing in size. Eventually, the cell will grow too large to carry out normal activities. Which of the following is the best conclusion you can make about the life cycle of this cell?

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anonymous · Answer

The cell is close to the end of its life cycle, and a chemical signal will initiate cell death. 

 The cell is ready to undergo mitosis, and a chemical signal will send the cell to prophase. 

 The cell is in the G1 phase of interphase, and a chemical signal will send the cell to the S phase. 

 The cell is in the S phase of interphase, and a chemical signal will move the cell to the G2 phase.