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Chromosomes are thread like structures which are made up of DNA and proteins , they are present in nucleus of cells .They can be seen only when the cell is dividing .

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They are called chromosomes (condensed chromatin). A chromosome is a long, string of genes that carries heredity information (DNA) and is formed from condensed chromatin.

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What types of cells are seen in chromosomes?

Cells are not found in chromosomes. Chromosomes are found in cells.


How are the structures prokaryotic chromosomes and eukaryotic chromosomes alike?

Chromosomes are only in eukariyotes.Can not be seen in prokariyotes.


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Can chromosomes be seen during mitosis?

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Chromosomes can be seen only during what?

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