Question

Which of the following describes the correct type of chromosome?

X- chromosome: A : : Y-chromosome: В

Options

• A-Acrocentric; B-Metacentric

• A-Metacentric; B-Acrocentric

• A-Telocentric; B-Submetacentric

• A-Submetacentric; B-Telocentric

Answer 1

A-Metacentric; B-Acrocentric

Explanation:

The human X chromosome is a medium-sized chromosome with its centromere located near the middle (often described as metacentric/submetacentric), while the Y chromosome is much smaller with the centromere near one end (acrocentric), giving it a very short p‑arm.