Question

Chromosomes were discovered by

• A. Walther Flemming
• B. T.H. Morgan
• C. Mendel
• D. Watson and Crick

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Walther Flemming

The correct option is A.

Explanation of the correct option:

Chromosome

1. Chromosomes are a collection of thread-like structures that come in a variety of lengths and forms.
2. DNA and proteins make up chromosomes (mainly histones).
3. Genes are carried on chromosomes.
4. They are located in the nuclei of eukaryotic cells.
5. Walther Flemming originally discovered chromosomes in 1882 while studying cell division in salamander larvae.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option B - While working on the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster, Thomas H. Morgan was the first to explore the structure and functions of chromosomes.

Option C - Mendel is known as the father of genetics. Through his monohybrid crosses on pea plants, he discovered the basic principles of heredity.

Option D - Watson and Crick discovered the structure of DNA.

Chromosomes were discovered by Walther Flemming.