Question

Which phrase describes the chromosomes by the end of prophase of mitosis?



A.
The chromosomes have stretched out.

B.
The chromosomes have separated at the centromere.

C.
The chromosomes are pulled to opposite sides of the cell.

D.
The chromosomes have coiled and become more compact.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

It is d, what do u think??

Answer 3

d

Answer 4

I say it is D for sure.I am positive it is D

Answer 5

Here is a synopsis of each of the phases of mitosis:

Mitosis
Somatic cell division
• Interphase
o Long phase before mitotic phase
o DNA replication and chromosome duplication (sister chromatids)
• Prophase
o Chromosome condensation
o Nuclear membrane breaks apart
o Mitotic spindle formation, microtubules
o Cytoskeleton breaks down
• Metaphase
o Centromeres of chromosomes align at the metaphase plate
o Centrosomes at opposite sides
• Anaphase
o Sister chromatids separate at the centromeres
• Telophase
o Cytokinesis
o Nuclei formation
o Splitting of cell into 2 daughter cells diploid (2n)


Keep in mind that DNA replication occurs in interphase, not prophase as many believe it to be. (C) sounds like the cell is in anaphase. So I believe your answer if correct - in prophase the chromosomes are condensing.

Answer 6

Yep its D.