Here's a breakdown:
* Cell Cycle: The cell cycle is a series of events that take place in a cell leading to its division and duplication. It's divided into two main phases:
* Interphase: The period of growth and normal functioning. This is where DNA replication occurs.
* Mitosis (or Meiosis): The process of cell division where the duplicated chromosomes are separated into daughter cells.
* S Phase: The S phase is a critical part of interphase. It's specifically when the cell replicates its entire genome, ensuring that each daughter cell receives a complete copy of the genetic material.
Therefore, chromosomal replication occurs before the cell divides, ensuring that both daughter cells inherit a full set of chromosomes.
