Question 30
Cell DivisionThe diagram below shows the appearance of chromosomes during a cell division. The appearance shown is
- A.spindle formation
- B.formed in anaphase II
- C.chiasma formation
- D.formed in telophase I
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (chiasma formation)
Explanation
The paired chromosomes are crossing over each other; the cross-over points are chiasmata, formed in prophase I of meiosis.