Question

Which of these events does not take place during telophase?

(a) Chromosomes are distinct and clear

(b) Chromosomes are present at the poles

(c) Chromosomes are decondensed

(d) Chromosomes lose their individuality

The question was posed to me in class test.

This interesting question is from Cell Cycle and Division in chapter Cell Cycle and Cell Division of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

The correct choice is (a) Chromosomes are distinct and clear

The explanation is: Telophase is the last stage of mitosis or the M phase of cell cycle. During telophase, the chromosomes are present at the poles. They lose their individuality and are decondensed. They cannot be clearly visualized.