In which of the following stages, chromosomes are attached on equatorial plane?

Metaphase

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Anaphase

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Telophase

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None of the above.

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Solution

The correct option is B Metaphase
Chromosomes are the shortest and thickest during metaphase. Chromosomes are arranged at the equator and form an apparent plate called as equatorial or metaphasic plate. It constitutes 4% of the total cell cycle.
So, the correct answer is option A.

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