What is the primary role of metaphase chromosomes in medical research?

Metaphase and Chromosome Dynamics

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To detect chromosomal abnormalities
To measure cell size
To analyze protein synthesis
To observe cell membrane integrity
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During metaphase, what ensures that the cell is ready to divide?
The spindle assembly checkpoint
The metaphase plate
The centrosome alignment
The nuclear envelope
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What is the metaphase plate?
The site of DNA replication
A protein that binds sister chromatids
A structure that forms the nuclear envelope
The alignment plane of chromosomes during metaphase
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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In mitosis, what is the significance of chromosome condensation?
It initiates DNA replication
It triggers cell division
It prevents chromosome damage during alignment
It dissolves the nuclear membrane
5.
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What is the role of kinetochore microtubules during metaphase?
To dissolve the nuclear envelope
To attach chromosomes to the metaphase plate
To pull sister chromatids apart
To initiate DNA replication
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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In mitosis, what ensures that sister chromatids are tightly held together?
The nuclear envelope
The spindle fibers
Cohesins proteins
The metaphase plate
7.
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What is the main difference between metaphase I and metaphase II in meiosis?
Metaphase I is part of mitosis, while metaphase II is part of meiosis
Metaphase I occurs after DNA replication, while metaphase II does not
Metaphase I involves homologous chromosomes, while metaphase II involves sister chromatids
Metaphase I involves sister chromatids, while metaphase II involves homologous chromosomes
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