In the cell cycle of a typical eukaryote, the sequence of

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In the cell cycle of a typical eukaryote, the sequence of events operating at the time of cell division is

1. S phase → G2 phase → G1 phase → M phase
2. S phase → M phase → G1 phase → G2 phase
3. S phase → G2 phase → M phase → G1 phase
4. S phase → G1 phase → M phase → G2 phase

Correct Option: C

In eukaryotes, the cell cycle consists of four discrete phases: G₁, S, G₂, and M. The S or synthesis phase is when DNA replication occurs, and the M or mitosis phase is when the cell actually divides. The other two phases — G₁ and G₂, the so-called gap phases — are less dramatic but equally important. During G₁, the cell conducts a series of checks before entering the S phase. Later, during G₂, the cell similarly checks its readiness to proceed to mitosis.