[Campbell Biology P.313] Using the provided data, calculate the approximate number of base p... | Practice Question

Using the provided data, calculate the approximate number of base pairs in the haploid yeast genome. 1 fg of DNA = 9.78 x 10^5 base pairs .

  • A: 23.5 million base pairs (Mb)
  • B: 46.9 million base pairs (Mb)
  • C: 11.7 million base pairs (Mb)
  • D: 2.35 million base pairs (Mb)

Explanation

The haploid genome 1C corresponds to the DNA content after Meiosis II. From the table, this is approximately 12.0 fg. Calculation: 12.0 fg 9.78 x 10^5 base pairs / 1 fg = 11,736,000 base pairs, which is approximately 11.7 million base pairs Mb .