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During cell cycle, every chromosome contains two DNA molecules from

A

`G_(1)`-subphase to Anaphase

B

`G_(2)`-subphase to Anaphase

C

S-subphase to Metaphase

D

S-subphase to Anaphase

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Cell Cycle Phases**: The cell cycle consists of several phases: G1, S, G2, and M (mitosis). Each phase has specific functions and characteristics. 2. **Identifying DNA Replication**: During the S phase (Synthesis phase), DNA replication occurs. Each chromosome is duplicated, resulting in two identical DNA molecules (sister chromatids) for each chromosome. 3. **Analyzing the G1 Phase**: In the G1 phase (Gap 1), the cell grows and prepares for DNA synthesis. However, no DNA replication occurs in this phase, so each chromosome contains only one DNA molecule. 4. **Examining the G2 Phase**: In the G2 phase (Gap 2), the cell continues to grow and prepares for mitosis. By this phase, DNA replication has already occurred during the S phase, so each chromosome now consists of two DNA molecules (sister chromatids). 5. **Considering the M Phase**: During the M phase (Mitosis), the sister chromatids are separated into two daughter cells. However, the question asks about the presence of two DNA molecules before this separation occurs. 6. **Conclusion**: The only time during the cell cycle when every chromosome contains two DNA molecules is during the G2 phase, after DNA replication has occurred in the S phase and before the chromatids are separated in the M phase. ### Final Answer: During the cell cycle, every chromosome contains two DNA molecules from the **G2 subphase to anaphase**. ---
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