The chromosomes was first observed by:
Correct answer: C. Walther
- A. T. H Morgan
- B. Griffith
- C. Walther
- D. Mendel
Explanation
Walther Flemming first observed chromosomes in 1879 during his studies on cell division (mitosis) using a light microscope.
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About Chromosomes
Chromosomes are DNA-protein structures that carry genes and become visible during cell division. Coverage includes chromatin, centromeres, sister chromatids, homologous chromosomes, chromosome number, and the distinction between diploid and haploid cells, with links to DNA replication, mitosis and meiosis.
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