Question
Which happens in metaphase?
A. chromosomes line up in the middle
B.chromosomes condense and become thick and distinct
A. chromosomes line up in the middle
B.chromosomes condense and become thick and distinct
Answers
GPT-4o mini
In metaphase, the correct answer is:
**A. chromosomes line up in the middle.**
During metaphase, the chromosomes align along the metaphase plate (the equatorial plane of the cell) in preparation for separation during anaphase. Option B refers to the earlier phase of prophase, where chromosomes condense and become thick and distinct.
**A. chromosomes line up in the middle.**
During metaphase, the chromosomes align along the metaphase plate (the equatorial plane of the cell) in preparation for separation during anaphase. Option B refers to the earlier phase of prophase, where chromosomes condense and become thick and distinct.