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Chromosome Classification Based on the Position of Centromere

In which chro...

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In which chromosome the centromere is located at the terminal end of the chromosome?

A

Acrocentric

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Submetacentric

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C

Metacentric

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D

Telocentric

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Solution

The correct option is D Telocentric
A telocentric chromosome is the one in which the centromere is located at the terminal end of the chromosome.
A telocentric chromosome has therefore only one arm..
So, the correct answer is option D.

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