MCAT Biology Question 27: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 27
12. Which of the following is true regarding prophase?
- A. The chromosomes separate and move to opposite poles of the cell.
- B. The spindle apparatus disappears.
- C. The chromosomes uncoil.
- D. The nucleoli disappear.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
In prophase, the chromatin condenses into chromosomes, the spindle apparatus forms, and the nucleoli and nuclear membrane disappear. Choice (A) describes anaphase, whereas choices (B) and (C) describe telophase.