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If a part of the chromosome was transferred to a non-homologous chromosome say 1 to 1’. Then which of the following is not true?(a) The pairing in meiosis will be affected(b) The chromosome will be torn apart while segregation(c) In most of the cases, the resultant gamete will be non-viable(d) The pairing will be between 4 homologous chromosomesThis question was addressed to me in my homework.The question is from Chromosomal Abnormalities : Translocation topic in division Chromosomal Basis of Inheritance of Cytogenetics

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Correct option is (b) The chromosome will be torn apart while segregation

To explain: The CHROMOSOMES will not join as in CASE of inversion, so the chromosome will not SNAP at the anaphase. But the distribution of the gene will be UNEQUAL.



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