Which of the Following Best Describes a Karyotype

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes a karyotype?

• A) a pictorial representation of all the genes for a species
• B) a display of each of the chromosomes of a single cell
• C) the combination of all the maternal and paternal chromosomes of a species
• D) the collection of all the chromosomes in an individual organism
• E) a photograph of all the cells with missing or extra chromosomes

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Definitions:

Intermediate Filaments

A component of the cytoskeleton in eukaryotic cells, providing structural support and stability.

Plasma Membrane

A biological membrane that separates the interior of all cells from the outside environment, controlling the movement of substances in and out of cells.

Cellular Movements

The various motions or activities of cells, including migration, division, and changes in shape.

Chromatin

The complex of DNA and proteins that forms chromosomes within the nucleus of a cell, involved in DNA packaging and regulation.