Question

Statement 1: Chromosomes are thread-like structures.

Statement 2: Chromosomes are involved in the transfer of characteristics from parents to offsprings.

• A. Only statement 1 is correct.
• B. Only statement 2 is correct.
• C. Both the statements are correct.
• D. Both the statements are incorrect.

Answer 1

The correct option is C Both the statements are correct.

Chromosomes are the thread-like structures present in the nucleus of a cell. These structures carry all the information needed by the cell to function and reproduce. They are responsible for inheritance i.e., transfer of characteristics from parents to their offspring.