Multiple choice

When a dividing cell is treated with hydrogen peroxide, the spindle fibres precipitate due to formation of disulphide bridges. This reaction indicates that the spindle fibres and the microtubules are which of the following structures?

  1. Glycosyl structures

  2. Proteinaceous structures

  3. Non-polar organic structures

  4. None of the above

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

When a dividing cell is treated with hydrogen peroxide, the spindle fibres precipitate due to formation of disulphide bridges. This reaction indicates that the spindle fibres and the microtubules are proteinaceous structures.