Which of the following is false in respect to cells' chromosomes?

A. All cells possess one or more chromosomes.
B. Chromosomes are present throughout a cell's reproductive cycle.
C. Chromosomes only exist when cells are actively synthesizing proteins.
D. Chromosomes only appear as a cell is about to divide.
E. None of the listed responses is false.


Ans: D. Chromosomes only appear as a cell is about to divide.

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