Question

A chromosome with the centromere situated close to its end forming one extremely short and one very long arm is called: Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. Telocentric
• B. Metacentric
• C. Acrocentric
• D. Sub-metacentric

Hint:

When the centromere is very close to one end, it creates one very short arm and one very long arm. This is characteristic of an Acrocentric chromosome.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

In acrocentric chromosomes, the centromere is located near one end, resulting in a very short (p) arm and a very long (q) arm.