Q20 / 200 · NEET 2022 (Phase 2) · Botany

With respect to metaphase, which of the following statements is incorrect?

  • A
    Complete disintegration of nuclear envelope takes place
  • B
    Chromosomes are highly condensed
  • Correct answer
    C
    Metaphase chromosomes are made up of four sister chromatids held together by centromere
  • D
    Chromosomes lie at the equator of the cell

Solution

Chromosome with 4 sister chromatids are not present during Metaphase. Metaphasic chromosome consist of 2 chromatids attached together by a centromere. This is the thickest and shortest chromosome with prominent structure.

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

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