NEET Biology Cell Cycle and Cell Division Question Bank Self Evaluation Test - Cell Cycle and Cell Division

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    Which of the following is correct for the mitotic spindle?

    A) It is composed of actin and myosin microfilaments.

    B) It is composed of kinetochores at the metaphase plate.

    C) It is composed of microtubules, which help to separate the chromosomes to opposite poles of the cell.

    D) It originates only at the centrioles in the centrosomes.

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    [c] The mitotic spindle is composed of microtubules, not actin and myosin filaments. The spindle originates from the centrosome, which may or may not have centrioles.


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