Botany-(general)
NEET Botany (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 11
Consider a diagram showing the stages of Prophase I of meiosis. Which stage is characterized by the gradual visibility of chromosomes under the light microscope and their continued compaction?
A
Leptotene
B
Zygotene
C
Pachytene
D
Diplotene
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
During the leptotene stage of Prophase I, chromosomes become gradually visible under the light microscope and continue to compact. This distinguishes it from other stages where synapsis or crossing over occurs.
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