Cell Cycle And Cell Division Question 38

Question: The study of chromosomes at meiotic diplotene shows that [CMC Vellore 1993; AIIMS 1985]

Options:

A) The intimately paired chromosomes repel each other and begin to separate

B) The pairing of homologous chromosomes which had initiated in the earlier stage is completed

C) The homologous chromosomes remain united by chiasmata

D) None of the above

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

This occurs for the exchange of genetic material during crossing over.