Question

Identify the type of chromosomes shown in A, B, C, D based on the position of centromere.

Answer 1

A. Metacentric: The centromere holds the chromatids at the center with approximately equal p and q arms

B. Sub metacentric : Centromere slightly away from the center. p arm slightly smaller than the q arm

C: Acrocentric: Centromere more towards one end p arm much shorter than the q arm

D. Telocentric: Centromere occurs at one end of the chromosome.