The Letters G,Q,R,and C,used to Describe the Appearance of Chromosomes,refer

Question

The letters G,Q,R,and C,used to describe the appearance of chromosomes,refer to the ____.
A) position of the bands
B) staining procedure used to reveal the bands
C) number of arms per chromosome
D) number of centromeres per chromosome
E) position of the centromeres

Accepted Answer

The letters G, Q, R, and C refer to different staining procedures used to reveal the bands on chromosomes, allowing for the detailed study of their structure and the identification of chromosomal abnormalities. G-banding, for example, uses Giemsa stain to produce a distinct pattern of dark and light bands.