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The chromosome in which centromere lies ...

The chromosome in which centromere lies slightly away from the middle of the chromosome resulting into one shorter arm, is called as

A

metacentric

B

submetacentric

C

acrocentric

D

telocentric.

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The correct Answer is:
B
In submetacentric type of chromosome, the centromere lies at some disance away from the midpoint, dividing the chromosome into two unequal arms.
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