Botany-Cell Cycle Phases
NEET Botany Cell Cycle Phases MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 11
A diagram depicts the metaphase stage of mitosis where chromosomes are aligned at the cell equator. What structure is responsible for attaching chromosomes to the spindle fibers during this phase?
A
Centromeres
B
Golgi complexes
C
Nucleolus
D
Endoplasmic reticulum
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
In metaphase, the chromosomes are attached to the spindle fibers via the centromeres, which have kinetochores that help in this attachment.
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