Question

Read the following statements:

i. Chromosomes are responsible for genetic inheritance.

ii. Chromosomes are made up of DNA which is responsible for the replication and division of daughter cells.

• A. Statement (i) and (ii) are correct and (ii) is the correct explanation of (i).
• B. Statement (i) and (ii) are correct and (ii) is not the correct explanation of (i).
• C. Only statement (i) is correct.
• D. Only statement (ii) is correct.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Statement (i) and (ii) are correct and (ii) is the correct explanation of (i).

Chromosomes are made up DNA coiled around proteins. DNA is the genetic material which is passed on from parents to offsprings. DNA segments called genes are the units of inheritance. They carry all the information that helps a cell to grow, survive and reproduce.