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 would the nucleus contain 6 picograms of DNA? A)G₀ B)G₁ C)S D)G₂

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During the G2 phase, the DNA has already been replicated during the S phase, so the amount of DNA is doubled compared to the G1 phase, resulting in 6 picograms per nucleus.

Measurements of the Amount of DNA Per Nucleus Were Taken