State the following statements are true or false.
In mitosis, all chromosomes become aligned at the spindle equator at the end of anaphase

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B False
The diagram shows the alignment of the chromosomes on the equatorial plane during the metaphase stage of the mitosis.
So, the correct statement is 'In mitosis, all chromosomes become aligned at the spindle equator at the metaphase'.

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(a) Chromosomes move to spindle equator and get aligned along metaphase plate.

(b) Centromere of each chromosome is towards the equator when chromosomes move away from the equatorial plate.

In which stage of mitosis, chromosomes get aligned at the equator?

Identify the stage of mitosis by inspecting the image and key changes listed.

Key changes:

- spindle fibers attach to the chromosomes

- chromosomes are arranged at the equatorial plane

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