answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

Chromatin, if "scrunched up" refers to uncoiled.

It is chromosomes not chromatin

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar
More answers
User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago

DNA is condensed during division. These structures of condensed DNA and proteins are called chromosomes. They are visible (under a microscope) from prophase.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago

chromatin is what is called because it is scrunched together by the nucleolus

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago

Chromosomes! Your Welcome!!

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago

pretty sure its chromatin

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago

chromosomes

This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: What is it called when DNA is scrunched up in dividing cells?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

DNA and proteins that are scrunched up into rod shaped structures in dividing cells?

chromatin


What is it called when the nucleus of the cell are made of tightly wound stance of DNA?

When DNA is packed up tightly in dividing cells, it is referred to as a chromosome. The packing process is called DNA condensation.


What is the name of the process of a cell dividing into 4 cells with half the DNA?

Meiosis.


In which form is the DNA present in a cell when the cell is not dividing?

During G1 and G2 DNA is in the form of nucleosomes - or 10nm fibre.


What does the DNA look like in a cell that is ready to divide?

When cells are not actively dividing, the DNA just looks like grainy blobs.


What stage do some non-dividing cells stay at?

Interphase is considered non-dividing, but that doesn't mean that the cell's organelles and DNA aren't replicating.


Which are the most radiosensitive blood cells?

Immature, undifferentiated, dividing cells, for example: White blood cells and sperm cells.


When does the DNA replication process occur?

Constantly. Body (and plant and animal) cells are dividing all the time.


A threadlike material of DNA and protein found in the nuclei of non-dividing cells?

microfilaments


Where in a cell is DNA found?

DNA is found in the nucleus of eukaryotes or in the cytoplasm of prokaryotes. The DNA forms complex strands known as chromatin, and when dividing, chromosomes.


Do all somatic cells contain the same amount of DNA?

yes all somatic bady cells have the same genetic make up except lymphocyets.


The cells hereditary material is called?

DNA