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Assertion : The shapes of chromosomes is...

Assertion : The shapes of chromosomes is based on the position of centromere.
Reasons : During anaphase, the chromosomes bends in the region of centromere.

A

If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion

B

If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion

C

If the assertion is true but the reason is false

D

If both the assertion and reason are false

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B
The shape of chromosome is based on the position centromere.

During Anaphase chromosome bend in the region of centromere and forms V – shaped like structure and move towards opposite pole.
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