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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?

Chromosome banding technique 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?

Chromosome Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of chromatin?

Loosely packed DNA and inactive Signup and view all the answers

In which region of the nucleus is heterochromatin typically found?

Peripheral region Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between chromosome and chromatid?

Chromosome is one thread-like structure, while chromatid is one half of a duplicated chromosome Signup and view all the answers

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

Acetylation Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of chromosome banding technique?

Identifying chromosomes and their structural abnormalities Signup and view all the answers