During which phases of the cell cycle do the chromosomes look like Xs?
A)prophase,anaphase
B)anaphase,metaphase
C)metaphase,telophase
D)prophase,metaphase
E)anaphase,telophase

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The chromosomes look like Xs during prophase and metaphase of the cell cycle. In prophase, the chromosomes condense and become visible as X-shaped structures. In metaphase, the chromosomes align at the equator of the cell and are visible as X-shaped structures. In anaphase, the chromosomes separate and move towards opposite poles of the cell, causing the X shape to disappear. Similarly, in telophase, the chromosomes reach the opposite poles and begin to decondense.

During Which Phases of the Cell Cycle Do the Chromosomes