Which of the following statements describes the most likely result of a defect in meiosis that results in the failure of spindle microtubules to bind some kinetochores?
A) New microtubules with more effective binding capabilities to kinetochores will be synthesized to compensate for the defect.
B) Excessive cell divisions will occur resulting an increase in the chromosome number known as polyploidy.
C) The defect will be bypassed in order to ensure normal chromosome distribution in the new cells.
D) The resulting cells will not receive the correct number of chromosomes in the gametes, a condition known as aneuploidy.

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The failure of spindle microtubules to bind some kinetochores during meiosis would likely result in incorrect distribution of chromosomes to the daughter cells, leading to aneuploidy, where cells have an abnormal number of chromosomes.

Which of the Following Statements Describes the Most Likely Result