Explanation: During the Synthesis (S) phase, DNA replication occurs, doubling the amount of DNA (e.g., from 2C to 4C). However, the number of chromosomes remains the same because the sister chromatids are still attached at the centromere.
Explanation: During the Synthesis (S) phase, DNA replication occurs, doubling the amount of DNA (e.g., from 2C to 4C). However, the number of chromosomes remains the same because the sister chromatids are still attached at the centromere.