Asked by Stacey Whitlatch on Jul 02, 2024
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In a human cell at prophase I, there are ____ tetrads.
A) 92
B) 46
C) 23
D) 2
E) 4
Prophase I
The first phase of meiosis I, where chromosomes condense, pair up, and exchange segments in a process called crossing-over.
Tetrads
Groups of four chromatids formed by the pairing of two homologous chromosomes during meiosis.
- Outline the procedural aspects of meiosis, with a particular emphasis on the crossing-over mechanism and tetrad assembly.
Verified Answer
TB
Tamimi Bara'a8 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
During prophase I of meiosis, homologous chromosomes pair up to form tetrads. Since humans have 46 chromosomes, or 23 pairs, there are 23 tetrads formed.
Learning Objectives
- Outline the procedural aspects of meiosis, with a particular emphasis on the crossing-over mechanism and tetrad assembly.