The characteristic "X" shape of chromosomes is _____

a. only evident during cell division
b. due to the wrapping of DNA around histones
c. a result of maximum compaction of the chromosome
d. only found in the female sex chromosome
e. indicative of a cell that is no longer dividing


ANSWER: a

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