CameraIcon
CameraIcon
SearchIcon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Synaptonemal complex is formed during:

A
Zygotene
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
B
Diplotene
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
Diakinesis
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
Pachytene
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is A Zygotene
The synaptonemal complex is a protein structure that forms between homologous chromosomes (two pairs of sister chromatids) during zygotene. The complex formed by a pair of synapsed homologous chromosomes is called a bivalent or a tetrad. However, these are more clearly visible at the next stage pachytene.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Meiosis
BIOLOGY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon