Botany-(general)

NEET Botany (general) Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 11

Assertion (A): The metaphase stage of mitosis is characterized by the complete disintegration of the nuclear envelope. | Reason (R): During metaphase, chromosomes are most easily observed under the microscope due to their condensation.

A

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

B

Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C

A is true but R is false.

D

A is false but R is true.

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Both statements are true; the nuclear envelope disintegrates marking the start of metaphase, and chromosomes are most clearly observed due to full condensation. However, the reason provided does not explain the disintegration of the nuclear envelope.

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