Question

How many chromatids are found in this nucleus?

Six chromosomes in metaphase are shown. They resemble the letter X with red dots in the center.
A.
3

B.
6

C.
12

D.
24

Answer 1

C. 12

Step-by-step explanation:

Each chromosome has 2 legs called chromatids. There are 6 chromosomes, so 6*2 = 12.

Answer 2

Each chromosome has 2 chromatids so 2*6=C.12 chromatids