Question

which of the following statements about microtubules during anaphase is true? multiple choice those attached to chromosomes elongate, while those that are unattached shorten. those attached to chromosomes shorten, while those that are unattached elongate. both attached and unattached microtubules shorten. both attached and unattached microtubules elongate.

Explanation:

During anaphase, kinetochore microtubules (attached to chromosomes) shorten to pull the chromosomes towards the poles, while non - kinetochore microtubules (unattached) elongate to push the spindle poles apart.

Answer:

Those attached to chromosomes shorten, while those that are unattached elongate.