Q6 / 60 · IAT (IISER) 2017 · Biology

Which of the following statements best describes the G0 stage of the cell cycle?

A
Cells in this stage are dying.
Correct answer
B
Cells in this stage are metabolically active but not dividing.
C
Cells in this stage are highly proliferative.
D
Cells in this stage are proliferative but metabolically inactive.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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