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Q · Unit of Life: Cellmedium · 45s
During which phase do chromosomes align at the cell equator?
TopicUnit of Life: Cell
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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In metaphase, spindle fibers attach to kinetochores and align replicated chromosomes at the metaphase plate, preparing for equal segregation.
Final Answer: Option C - Metaphase