Figure 3-3 Anatomy of a Model Cell
Use Figure 3-3 to answer the following questions:
-Which of the following labeled structures is essential for movement of the chromosomes during cell division?
A) 5
B) 3
C) 2
D) 6
E) 1

Question

Figure 3-3 Anatomy of a Model Cell
Use Figure 3-3 to answer the following questions:
-Which of the following labeled structures is essential for movement of the chromosomes during cell division?
A) 5 
B) 3 
C) 2 
D) 6 
E) 1

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Structure 2 is the spindle apparatus, which is essential for movement of the chromosomes during cell division. The spindle fibers attach to the chromosomes and pull them apart during mitosis.