Asked by Breanna Andrade on Jul 04, 2024
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Which of the following are genetically identical?
A) both members of a pair of chromosomes
B) sister chromatids
C) the mother's and the father's chromosomes
D) the mother's and her child's chromosomes
E) the father's and his child's chromosomes
Sister Chromatids
Identical copies of a chromosome connected by a centromere, formed during the replication of DNA in preparation for cell division.
Genetically Identical
Organisms or cells that have exactly the same DNA sequence in every respect, typically resulting from asexual reproduction or cloning.
- Comprehend the architectural elements of chromosomes and their dynamics during the process of cellular division.
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Jacob KabelaJul 09, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Sister chromatids are genetically identical because they are exact copies of each other formed during DNA replication. The other options involve chromosomes or genetic material from different individuals and are not genetically identical.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the architectural elements of chromosomes and their dynamics during the process of cellular division.
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