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Why can’t you see chromosomes in interphase cells?

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Answer: they aren't visible during the interphase of cell cycle because of more water content in the nucleus

Explanation: as water content is more in the nucleus, they appear as fine thread like structures called chromatin, which condenses (loose water) to form compact structures called chromosomes

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