BHU PMT BHU PMT (Mains) Solved Paper-2009

  • question_answer
    The formation of multivalents at meiosis in diploid organism is due to

    A)  terminalization

    B)  reciprocal translocation

    C)  monosomy                       

    D)  inversion

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

                     Multivalent is an association of more than two homologous chromosomes. Their number depends on the degree of synapsis and chiasmata formation among similar chromosomes. It occurs due to reciprocal translocation of homologous chromosomes during meiosis.


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