Q2 / 160 · JIPMER 2007 · Botany

Centromere is required for

  • A
    transcription
  • B
    crossing over
  • C
    cytoplasmic cleavage
  • Correct answer
    D
    movement of chromosomes towards poles

Solution

Chromosomes are responsible for the transmission of the hereditary information from one generation to the next. The arms of chromosome is known as chromatids. These arms are held together at a point called the centromere (or primary constriction). Centromere occurs any where along the length of chromosome. During cell division spindle fibres are attached to centromere and help in the movement of chromosomes towards the poles.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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