The following question came from the Mastering Biology homew…

The following question came from the Mastering Biology homework. In a diploid cell with 5 chromosome pairs (2n = 10), how many chromatids will be found in a nucleus at prophase of mitosis? (a) 5(b) 10(c) 20(d) 40 Explain why/how the correct answer is 20.  (Note: You must adequately explain/defend your answer to demonstrate that you truly understand the material.)