Drosophila larval salivary gland cells were viewed on a slide after squash preparation, consequently bodies with stained bands and arm-like appearance were observed. What could it be?
Question and options
Drosophila larval salivary gland cells were viewed on a slide after squash preparation, consequently bodies with stained bands and arm-like appearance were observed.
What could it be?
What could it be?
- Barr body
- Lampbrush chromosome
- Polytene chromosome
- Endoplasmic reticulum
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C - Polytene chromosome
Drosophila larval salivary glands contain giant polytene chromosomes with characteristic bands, visible in squash preparations.
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