NEET2022BotanyCell Cycle and Cell DivisionActual
With respect to metaphase, which of the following statements is incorrect?
Options
- AComplete disintegration of nuclear envelope takes place
- BChromosomes are highly condensed
- CMetaphase chromosomes are made up of four sister chromatids held together by centromere
- DChromosomes lie at the equator of the cell
Correct answer
C. Metaphase chromosomes are made up of four sister chromatids held together by centromere
Step-by-step solution
Chromosome with 4 sister chromatids are not present during Metaphase. Metaphasic chromosome consist of 2 chromatids attached together by a centromere. This is the thickest and shortest chromosome with prominent structure.