Which of the Following Statements About Homologous Chromosome Pairs Is

question 113

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about homologous chromosome pairs is false?

• A) They come from only one of the individual's parents.
• B) They usually contain slightly different versions of the same genetic information.
• C) They separate from each other during meiosis I.
• D) They synapse during meiosis I.
• E) Each contains two sister chromatids at the beginning of meiosis I.

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Definitions:

Dendrite

Extensions of neurons that receive signals from other neurons, playing a crucial role in the transmission of neural information.

Nucleolus

A small dense spherical structure in the nucleus of a cell during interphase, involved in the production and assembly of ribosomes.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

A component of the autonomic nervous system that plays a crucial role in energy conservation and reducing the heart rate, among various other tasks.

Somatic

Pertaining to the body, particularly as distinct from the mind or psyche, often used in the context of bodily symptoms or sensations.