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Chromosomes can be counted best at the stage of

A

Telophase

B

Late Anaphase

C

Metaphase

D

Late Prophase

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks at which stage of cell division chromosomes can be counted most effectively. This involves knowing the different stages of mitosis. 2. **Identifying Mitosis Stages**: Mitosis consists of several stages: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase. Each stage has distinct characteristics regarding chromosome structure and arrangement. 3. **Analyzing Each Stage**: - **Prophase**: Chromosomes begin to condense and become visible, but they are not yet fully aligned. - **Metaphase**: Chromosomes are fully condensed and align at the metaphase plate (equatorial plate). This alignment makes them easy to observe and count. - **Anaphase**: Chromosomes are separated and moving towards opposite poles, making them difficult to count as they are no longer aligned. - **Telophase**: The final stage where the chromosomes have already been separated into two new cells, making counting impossible. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the best stage to count chromosomes is during **metaphase**, as they are fully condensed and aligned at the metaphase plate. 5. **Final Answer**: The correct answer is **metaphase**. ---
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