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A single chromosomes consists of molecules of double stranded DNA.

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two

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eight

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four

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six

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The correct option is A two
A single chromosome consists of two chromatids joined together by a structure called centromere. Each chromatid is made up of one double stranded DNA molecule. Thus, a chromosome has two double stranded DNA molecules in it.

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