Chromosome Structure and Function

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What is the primary function of chromatin in eukaryotic cells?

  • To carry the genetic material of an organism
  • To package long DNA molecules into more compact, denser structures (correct)
  • To form one half of a duplicated chromosome
  • To identify chromosomes and their structural abnormalities

Which component is rich in A-T nucleotide pairs and is found at the peripheral region of the nucleus?

  • Chromatin
  • Euchromatin
  • Heterochromatin (correct)
  • Chromatid

Where is the Telomere region found and what is it composed of?

  • Composed of Heterochromatin and found in both prokaryote and eukaryote
  • Composed of Euchromatin and found only in eukaryote genome
  • Composed of Heterochromatin and found at the peripheral region of the nucleus (correct)
  • Composed of Euchromatin and found in the center of the nucleus

What technique is used for the identification of chromosomes and their structural abnormalities?

<p>Chromosome banding technique (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is responsible for carrying the genetic material of an organism and is a thread-like structure found inside the nucleus of Eukaryote?

<p>Chromosome (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of chromatin?

<p>Loosely packed DNA and inactive (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which region of the nucleus is heterochromatin typically found?

<p>Peripheral region (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between chromosome and chromatid?

<p>Chromosome is one thread-like structure, while chromatid is one half of a duplicated chromosome (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which process involves the addition of acetyl groups to histone proteins?

<p>Acetylation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of chromosome banding technique?

<p>Identifying chromosomes and their structural abnormalities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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