If a cell has 8 chromosomes at metaphase of mitosis, how many chromosomes will it have during anaphase?
A)1
B)2
C)4
D)8
E)16

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During anaphase of mitosis, the sister chromatids are separated and pulled to opposite poles of the cell. This effectively doubles the number of chromosomes, so if there are 8 chromosomes at metaphase, there will be 16 chromatids, which are considered as 16 chromosomes during anaphase.

If a Cell Has 8 Chromosomes at Metaphase of Mitosis