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What is the ploidy of a cell after meiosis I?

Answer: Haploid (n).

  • A Tetraploid (4n)
  • B Diploid (2n)
  • C Haploid (n)
  • D Triploid (3n)

Correct answer: C. Haploid (n)

Explanation: After Meiosis I, cells are haploid (n) but with sister chromatids still joined. Meiosis II separates the chromatids.

The Cell CycleG1SG2M (Mitosis)G1+S+G2 = Interphase (the longest part of the cycle, where the cell spends most of its time)

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.

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