The structure that holds sister chromatids together during cell division is the
ACentrosome
BTelomere
CCentromere
DCentriole
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Centromere
The centromere is the constricted region of a chromosome where sister chromatids are joined and where the kinetochore assembles to attach spindle microtubules.
Telomeres cap chromosome ends
centrioles organise the spindle but are distinct from centromeres.
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