WAEC Biology 1988 Question 7

Question 7

Cell Division

Study the diagram of a cell in mitosis (Questions 6 and 7).
This stage of mitosis is characterized by the

Diagram for this question
  1. A.movement of the chromosomes to the poles
  2. B.arrangement of chromosomes on the equitorial plate
  3. C.centromeres moving apart along the spindle
  4. D.interaction of the spindles with the chromosomes
  5. E.condensation of chromosomes and formation of spindles
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Answer: E (condensation of chromosomes and formation of spindles)

Explanation

In prophase the chromosomes shorten and thicken (condense) and the spindle begins to form.