Question

The number of chromatids in a chromosome at metaphase is

• A. One in mitosis and two in meiosis
• B. Two in mitosis and one in meiosis
• C. Two each in mitosis and meiosis
• D. Two in mitosis and four in meiosis

Answer 1

The correct option is C Two each in mitosis and meiosis

The DNA replicates in the S-phase of interphase in both the types of cell division. The replicated DNA is arranged as sister chromatids on the same chromosomes. In the metaphase in both meiosis as well as mitosis, there are two chromatids in the chromosome.

Thus, the correct answer is option C.