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Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the anaphase stage of mitosis?

Options

  1. ASplitting of centromeres and separation of sister chromatids take place.
  2. BThe separated chromatids are now referred to as chromosomes of the future daughter nuclei.
  3. CDuring poleward movement, the arms of the chromosome act as the leading edge while the centromere trails behin
  4. DThe chromosomes begin their migration towards the two opposite poles of the cell.

Correct answer

C. During poleward movement, the arms of the chromosome act as the leading edge while the centromere trails behin

Step-by-step solution

During the anaphase stage of mitosis, the centromeres split and sister chromatids separate. These separated chromatids are then referred to as chromosomes of the future daughter nuclei. As the chromosomes migrate towards the opposite poles, the centromere of each chromosome is attached to the spindle fibres and is directed towards the pole. Thus, the centromere acts as the leading edge, while the arms of the chromosome trail behind. Therefore, the statement claiming that the arms act as the leading edge while the c

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