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WAEC Biology 2014 Objective — Question 43

Question 43 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Biology 2014 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Which of the following statements about chromosomes is correct?

  • A. All the chromosomes of a species are the same in shape
  • B. The number present in a species is constantCorrect
  • C. They are neatly arranged in the cytoplasm
  • D. They bear ribosomes on their outer membranes

Explanation

The number of chromosomes present in organisms of the same species is constant. For instance, all humans have a diploid number of 46.

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