Certain kinds of cells (e.g., some cells in the eyes and bones) mature and differentiate into a state in which they have a specialized function but do not divide or progress through the cell cycle. These cells are "stuck" in which stage?
A) G0
B) S
C) G1
D) M phase
E) G2

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Cells that have matured and differentiated into a state where they no longer divide are said to be in the G0 phase. This phase is a resting stage outside of the cell cycle where cells perform their specialized functions without preparing for cell division.

Certain Kinds of Cells (E