Which of these following statements is false about synapsis?
A. Pairs of homologous chromosomes are formed
B. It occurs during zygotene
C. It results in tetravalent formation
D. It is accompanied by synaptonemal complex formation
Answer:C
Which of these following statements is false about synapsis?
A. Pairs of homologous chromosomes are formed B. It occurs during zygotene C. It results in tetravalent formation D. It is accompanied by synaptonemal complex formation
Explanation: Synapsis is the process of chromosomal association that takes place in the zygotene stage of prophase I. It results in pairing of homologous chromosomes and involves synaptonemal complex formation. It results in bivalent formation.