NEETBiologyCell Cycle and Cell DivisionMCQ+4 / −1
Doubling of the number of chromosomes can be achieved by disrupting mitotic cell division soon after :
- AAnaphase
- BTelophase
- CProphase
- DMetaphase
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Correct answer: D
The doubling of the number of chromosomes can be achieved by disrupting mitotic cell division soon after DNA replication has occurred and before the separation of sister chromatids. This stage of mitosis is the metaphase, where chromosomes align in the center of the cell, prior to separation in anaphase.
If mitosis is disrupted after this point, sister chromatids cannot separate, leading to a doubling of the chromosome number in the resulting cells.
So, the correct answer is :
Option D : Metaphase.
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