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When chromosomes crossover the x shaped region created is called a chiasmata. These chiasmatas allow chromosomes to exchange of genetic materials.

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X-shaped regions created when chromosomes crossover are called?

chiasmata


Can two different chromosomes crossover?

No, crossover events during meiosis only occur between homologous chromosomes, which are pairs of chromosomes with similar genetic information. Each chromosome crossover involves the exchange of genetic material between these homologous chromosomes, contributing to genetic diversity in offspring.


What stage is it when all the cells show crossover chromosomes?

The stage when all the cells show crossover chromosomes is the pachytene stage of meiosis. During this stage, homologous chromosomes pair up and exchange genetic material through a process called recombination or crossing over, which results in the formation of new combinations of genetic information.


What are Telomere?

Chromosomes consist of two arms that extend out from a specialized region of DNA , called Centromere. Centromere or primary constriction gives a particular shape to chromosomes due to its position. The chromosome extremities or terminal regions on either side are called telomeres.


What are pairs of chromosomes called?

Pairs Of Chromosomes Are Called :Sets


What exchange of genetic material between arms of homologous chromosomes?

The exchange of genetic material between arms of homologous chromosomes is called genetic recombination or crossing over. This process occurs during meiosis, specifically during prophase I, and leads to the creation of new combinations of genes in offspring.


What type of material is exchanged during cross-over?

During crossover, genetic material is exchanged between homologous chromosomes. This process is essential for genetic variation and occurs during meiosis when homologous chromosomes pair up and exchange segments of DNA through a process called crossing over.


Which regions of the chromosomes will typically be in the form of hereochromatin?

There are certain regions that are tightly coiled. When the DNA is stained with a dye these regions appear in a dark band and are called hetrochromatin. They are the part of the chromosome that are not actively expressed in the cells. A heterochromatin in one cell may be functional in other cells.


What are the four regions created by the x and y axes called?

quadrants


What are chromosomes called when they look like X's?

Chromosomes that look like X's are called "homologous chromosomes."


DNA is packaged into structures called?

Answer:chromatin not chromosomes. :DIt Is Chromosomes Not Chromatin:]


How are chromosomes organized?

Chromosomes are organized as thread-like structures made of DNA and proteins. They are found in the nucleus of cells and are divided into regions called genes, which contain the instructions for making proteins. Chromosomes come in pairs, with one inherited from each parent.