Chhattisgarh PMT Chhattisgarh PMT Solved Paper-2004

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    Who coined the term 'chromosome'?

    A)  Balbiani                              

    B)  Waldeyer

    C)  Sutton                                

    D)  Purkinje

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    The term 'chromosome' was coined by W Waldeyer in 1888. The chromosomes are capable of self-reproducing and maintaining morphological and physiological properties through successive generations. They are capable  of transmitting the  contained hereditary material to next generation, so, they are known as 'hereditary vehicles.'


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