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In the early stages of mitosis or meiosis (cell division), the chromatin strands become more and more condensed. They cease to function as accessible genetic material (transcription stops) and become a compact transportable form. This compact form makes the individual chromosomes visible, and they form the classic four arm structure, a pair of sister chromatids attached to each other at the centromere. The shorter arms are called p arms (from the French petit, small) and the longer arms are called q arms (q follows p in the Latin alphabet). This is the only natural context in which individual chromosomes are visible with an optical microscope.
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∙ 9y agoA cell cycle has five phases. The cycle wherein the chromosomes are visible is called the Mitosis phase which is abbreviated as the M phase.
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∙ 14y agoduring what stage can chromosomes be seen clearly?
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∙ 15y agoto see the chromosomes clearly we have to observe the cell during its 'interphase' stage of cell division.
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∙ 15y agoProphase
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∙ 12y agoprophase
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Can chromosomes be seen only during cell division?
yes
Chromosomes are only present in the cell cycle during?
Chromosomes can be seen during cell divison, Reference Before a cell gets ready to divide by mitosis, each chromosome is duplicated (during S phase of the cell cycle
Why are chromosomes visible during cell division?
Chromosomes are invisible except during cell division because the DNA stays in the nucleus. This is to protect it.
Are chromosomes visible when stained?
Chromosomes can be seen using a light microscope (LM). Mitotic cells can be easily visualised. The study of chromosomes using LM is termed Karyology, the chromosomes are prepared by a variety of techniques and analyses can be performed.
How many metacentric chromosomes can be seen in a human cell?
8, 4 pairs
Can chromosomes be seen in a cell that is observed in prophase?
Yes. During prophase the chromosomes condense to prepare for cell division.
Where are the chromosomes?
Chromosomes are the rod-shaped, filamentous bodies present in the nucleus, which become visible during cell division. They are the carriers of the gene or unit of heredity. Chromosome are not visible in active nucleus due to their high water content, but are clearly seen during cell division.
Where are chromosomes?
Chromosomes are the rod-shaped, filamentous bodies present in the nucleus, which become visible during cell division. They are the carriers of the gene or unit of heredity. Chromosome are not visible in active nucleus due to their high water content, but are clearly seen during cell division.
Can chromosomes be seen only during cell division?
yes
Chromosomes can be seen only during what?
During cell division (Mitosis, Miosis)
Chromosomes are only present in the cell cycle during?
Chromosomes can be seen during cell divison, Reference Before a cell gets ready to divide by mitosis, each chromosome is duplicated (during S phase of the cell cycle
Can chromosomes be seen clearly after G2 phase?
Originally: no because G2 phase is the cell growth My Improved answer (copied and pasted from cha cha): Yes, chromosomes can be seen clearly after the G2 phase. Chromosomes vary widely between different organisms. The DNA molecule may be circular or linear, and can be composed of 10,000 to 1,000,000,000
Can chromosomes be seen clearly after the G2 phase?
Originally: no because G2 phase is the cell growth My Improved answer (copied and pasted from cha cha): Yes, chromosomes can be seen clearly after the G2 phase. Chromosomes vary widely between different organisms. The DNA molecule may be circular or linear, and can be composed of 10,000 to 1,000,000,000
Why are chromosomes visible during cell division?
Chromosomes are invisible except during cell division because the DNA stays in the nucleus. This is to protect it.
Where are chromosomes present in a cell?
Chromosomes are seen in the nucleus of the eukaryotic cells.
Can cell structures be seen under light microscopes?
Large cell structures such as the nucleus and mitochondria can be seen under the light microscope if they are properly stained. In addition, chromosomes and centromeres can be seen during cell division.
What are chromosomes and where can they be seen?
Chromosomes are thread-like structures found in the nuclei of cells comprised of DNA and various proteins. They are only visible during cell division (mitosis)
