A Scientist Observes a Cell Which Is Stopped at the M

question 33

Multiple Choice

A scientist observes a cell which is stopped at the M checkpoint for an unusually long time.The scientist should guess that

• A)a problem has occurred with chromosome distribution.
• B)the cell hasn't finished synthesizing DNA.
• C)chromatin has not condensed yet.
• D)organelles are blocking spindle formation.
• E)there are not enough microtubules.

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Definitions:

Groundwater

Water that fills the cracks and spaces in underground soil and rock layers, supplying wells and springs.

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Groundwater

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