Question

Complex formed by a pair of synapsed homologous chromosomes is known as

• A. Kinetochore
• B. Axoneme
• C. Equatorial plate
• D. Bivalent

Answer 1

The correct option is D Bivalent

Bivalent is a term that is used to refer two homologous chromosomes at prophase I of meiosis specifically the zygotene and pachytene stages. A chromosome pair consists of 4 chromatids are called bivalents. In this stage recombination takes place between homologous chromosomes.

So, the correct option is 'Bivalent'.