G0 phase

Definition

The G0 phase is a stage in the cell cycle where cells are in a state of dormancy, not actively preparing to divide. Cells in this phase have exited the cell cycle and do not duplicate their DNA or enter mitosis.

Related terms

Cell cycle: The series of phases (G1, S, G2, and M) through which a cell goes to divide and replicate itself.

Mitosis:

A process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells from a single parent cell.

DNA replication:

The process by which a cell duplicates its DNA before it divides, ensuring each daughter cell receives an exact copy