Identify the correct statement with regard to G_1 phase (Gap 1) of interphase.

1. DNA synthesis or replication takes place.

2. Reorganisation of all cell components takes place.

3. Cell is metabolically active, grows but does not replicate its DNA.

4. Nuclear Division takes place.

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Answer: 3. Cell is metabolically active, grows but does not replicate its DNA.

Key idea: G₁ is the growth phase before DNA replication.

In G₁ the cell is metabolically active and grows but does not replicate DNA. DNA synthesis occurs in the S phase, and nuclear division in M phase.

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