Question

Suppose $10$ chromosomes and $14$ pg DNA present in each cell of onion root tip, what will be the number of chromosomes and amount of DNA present at anaphase of cell cycle?

• A. $10$ and $28$ pg
• B. $10$ and $14$ pg
• C. $22$ and $10$ pg
• D. $5$ and $7$ pg

Answer 1

The correct option is B $10$ and $14$ pg

The number of chromosomes and amount of DNA in the parent cell and number of chromosomes and amount of DNA during anaphase is same because in anaphase, movement of chromosomes takes place.

So, the correct option is '10 and 14pg'.