The function of Paclitaxel was described in the simulation as preventing the microtubules from forming properly during anaphase. How would this effect cells that are in the G2 phase of the cell cycle? Could Paclitaxel have an effect on the formation of gametes? Explain your answer.

The function of Paclitaxel was described in the simulation as preventing the microtubules from forming properly during anaphase. How would this effect cells that are in the G2 phase of the cell cycle? Could Paclitaxel have an effect on the formation of gametes? Explain your answer.

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