What are the main components of the cell cycle?

The correct choice identifies the comprehensive structure of the cell cycle, which consists of two main phases: Interphase and the Mitotic phase (M). Interphase is further divided into three stages: G1 (Gap 1), S (Synthesis), and G2 (Gap 2). During G1, the cell grows and prepares to replicate its DNA. In the S phase, the cell's DNA is replicated, ensuring that each new cell will receive a complete set of chromosomes. G2 is a final phase of preparation before the cell enters mitosis, where it checks for any DNA errors and ensures it has the necessary components for cell division.

The Mitotic phase (M) encompasses the actual process of cell division, which includes both mitosis and cytoplasmic division (cytokinesis). This phase is responsible for distributing the replicated genetic material into two daughter cells.

This choice effectively captures the essential stages and organization of the cell cycle, making it the most accurate representation among the options presented. The other choices either misrepresent the components by listing incomplete phases or focus only on stages of mitosis rather than the entirety of the cell cycle.