Practice mode Cell Structure and Function

How does euchromatin differ from heterochromatin?

Correct answer B. Euchromatin is loosely coiled and genetically active

Explanation

Euchromatin stains lightly because its DNA is less condensed, so its genes are accessible for transcription. Heterochromatin is densely packed and largely inactive.

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