Measurements of the Amount of DNA Per Nucleus Were Taken

Multiple Choice

Measurements of the amount of DNA per nucleus were taken on a large number of cells from a growing fungus. The measured DNA levels ranged from 3 to 6 picograms per nucleus. In which stage of the cell cycle did the nucleus contain 6 picograms of DNA?

A) G₀
B) G₁
C) S
D) G₂
E) M