CAIE A-Level Biology AS 5.2.1 Chromosome Behaviour in Mitosis Questions

Explain chromosome condensation, alignment and separation during mitosis using evidence from each question and its mark scheme.

Syllabus
2028–2030
Course
Biology 9700
Level
AS

Exam points

  • Explain chromosome behaviour during mitosis, including chromosome condensation, alignment and separation.

CAIE A-Level Biology AS 5.2.1 Chromosome Behaviour in Mitosis Questions question 1

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The graphs show various distance measurements taken from the start of metaphase of mitosis. The graphs are to scale when compared to one another.

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Which row correctly identifies the distance measurement for each graph?

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distance between poles of spindle

distance of centromeres from poles of spindle

distance between poles of spindle

distance between sister chromatids

distance of centromeres from poles of spindle

distance between sister chromatids

distance of centromeres from poles of spindle

distance between poles of spindle

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