If a cell were unable to produce histone proteins,which of the following effects would likely occur?
A)The cell's DNA couldn't be packed into its nucleus.
B)Spindle fibers would not form during prophase.
C)Expression of other genes would compensate for the lack of histones.
D)DNA polymerase I would not function properly.

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Histone proteins are responsible for packaging DNA into chromatin and further into chromosomes. Without histone proteins, the DNA would remain unorganized and not be able to fit inside the nucleus. This would severely affect the cell's ability to divide properly and function normally.

If a Cell Were Unable to Produce Histone Proteins,which of the Following