WAEC Biology 1996 Question 53

Question 53

Chromosomes, DNA and Sex Linkage

Which of the following statements is not true about chromosomes?

  1. A.Each chromosome is made up of two chromatids
  2. B.Body cells have diploid numbers of chromosomes
  3. C.Homologous chromosomes do not occur in pairs naturally
  4. D.The sex cells have haploid number of chromosomes
  5. E.Chromosomes have many tranverse bands
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Homologous chromosomes do not occur in pairs naturally)

Explanation

Homologous chromosomes always occur in pairs in body cells.