Answer: Metaphase.
- A Anaphase
- B Telophase
- C Prophase
- D Metaphase
Correct answer: D. Metaphase
Explanation: At metaphase the chromosomes are most condensed and aligned at the equator, so their morphology is seen most clearly.
The cell cycle: G1 (growth and preparation), S (DNA replication, chromosome number stays 2n but DNA content doubles), G2 (final checks before division), and M (mitosis itself) - together, G1+S+G2 make up interphase.
Concept context
Mitosis and meiosis: how cells divide for growth, repair, and reproduction.