[Campbell Biology P.317] Continuing from question 4, if the G1 DNA content is x, what is the... | Practice Question

Continuing from question 4, if the G1 DNA content is x, what is the DNA content of a single cell at metaphase of meiosis II?

  • A: 0.25x
  • B: 0.5x
  • C: x
  • D: 2x

Explanation

Starting with x in G1, the cell has 2x at Metaphase I. After Meiosis I, the cell divides, and each of the two daughter cells has half the DNA, so they start Meiosis II with a DNA content of x. This amount persists through Prophase II and Metaphase II.