The longest phase in cell cycle is

A. Prophase

B. Metaphase

C. Anaphase

D. Telophase

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The longest phase in the cell cycle prophase, from the given options.
The first and longest phase of mitosis is prophase. During prophase, chromatin condenses into chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope (the membrane surrounding the nucleus) breaks down. In animal cells, the centrioles near the nucleus begin to separate and move to opposite poles of the cell.