Question

If DNA were not packed into X-shaped chromosomes, ______.

a. it would be easier to separate strands of DNA into daughter cells
b. they would look like Y chromosomes
c. the distribution of genetic material into separate daughter cells may not occur equitably
d. it would not take as long for mitosis and meiosis to occur

Answer 1

c. the distribution of genetic material into separate daughter cells may not occur equitably

Step-by-step explanation:

Deoxyribonucleic acid, also known as DNA, is the genetic material in living organisms. It is found in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells. The DNA is, however, found to be wrapped around certain proteins to form an X-shaped CHROMOSOME structure during the process of cell division (mitosis and meiosis).

The purpose of this shape is to ensure that the daughter cells that results from cellular division processes receives an equal copy of the DNA in each chromosome. Hence, If DNA were not packed into X-shaped chromosomes, the distribution of genetic material (DNA) into separate daughter cells may not occur equitably/equally.