Biology 2e

2nd Edition

ISBN: 9781947172517

Author: Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Publisher: OpenStax

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Chapter 11, Problem 21CTQ

What is the function of the fused kinetochore found on sister chromatids in prometaphase I?

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Biology 2e

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