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What happens to the centromere of each chromosome during anaphase?
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Options:
  • A It splits and separates
  • B It moves to the equatorial plate
  • C It remains directed towards the pole
  • D It attaches to spindle fibres
Solution:
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The correct answer is: It remains directed towards the pole
As each chromosome moves away from the equatorial plate, the centromere of each chromosome remains directed towards the pole and hence at the leading edge, with the arms of the chromosome trailing behind.

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