What happens in the cell cycle organisms when it occurs?

The cell cycle is a series of phases that a cell undergoes to grow and divide. It consists of interphase (which includes G1, S, and G2 phases) where the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for division, followed by mitosis (M phase) where the cell divides its copied DNA and cytoplasm to form two daughter cells. This cycle is crucial for growth, development, and tissue repair in organisms. Proper regulation of the cell cycle is essential to prevent issues like cancer.