Question

Draw labelled diagrams and write an explanation.

Draw the diagram of metaphase.

Answer 1

1. Chromosomes are completely condensed and appear short.
2. Centromere and sister chromatids become very prominent.
3. All the chromosomes are arranged at the equatorial plane of cells. This is called the metaphase plate.
4. The mitotic spindle is fully formed in this phase. e. Centromere of each chromosome divides horizontally into two, each being associated with a chromatid.