An Aligned Pair of Homologous Chromosomes is Called A

Question

An aligned pair of homologous chromosomes is called a
A) chromatid.
B) spindle.
C) tetrad.
D) coenocyte.
E) gamete.

Accepted Answer

An aligned pair of homologous chromosomes is called a tetrad during meiosis. Tetrads consist of two homologous chromosomes, each consisting of two sister chromatids, that come together and undergo crossing over during meiosis I.