Chromosomes can be condensed into compact structures,visible with the light microscope,but usually only
A)after the cell is dead.
B)during cell division.
C)while the DNA is being copied into RNA.
D)while the proteins are being assembleD.
E)while the nuclear pores are open.

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Chromosomes are usually condensed and visible with the light microscope during cell division. This is because the DNA has to be replicated and organized in a specific way to ensure that each daughter cell receives the correct number of chromosomes. Once cell division is complete, the chromosomes will decondense and become less visible.

Chromosomes Can Be Condensed into Compact Structures,visible with the Light