What are the four stages of the cell cycle, and how does the process of mitosis ensure accurate distribution of genetic material during cell division?

The four stages of the cell cycle are G1 (gap 1), S (synthesis), G2 (gap 2), and M (mitosis). Mitosis ensures accurate distribution of genetic material by separating the duplicated chromosomes into two identical sets and distributing them equally to the daughter cells. This process helps maintain the genetic integrity of the cells during division.