$A$ $DNA$ molecule containing radioactive thymidine is allowed to replicate in a non-radioactive environment. What will be the exact number of $DNA$ molecules containing radioactive thymidine after three replication cycles?

  • A
    One
  • B
    Two
  • C
    Four
  • D
    Eight

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