Chromosomes Flashcards
1
Q
What is each thread called in a eukaryotic cell?
A
A chromatid
2
Q
What does a eukaryotic cell contain?
A
Just a single molecule of DNA
3
Q
What type of DNA is in eukaryotic cells?
A
Protein-bound, linear DNA
4
Q
What is DNA wrapped around in eukaryotic cells?
A
Histone proteins- this allows packing
5
Q
How many chromosomes are there in eukaryotic cells?
A
More than one per cell
6
Q
What shape is DNA in prokaryotic cells?
A
Circular
7
Q
Are chromosomes associated with proteins in prokaryotic cells?
A
No
8
Q
How many chromosomes are in each prokaryotic cell?
A
Only one per cell ::::::::::
