Multiple Choice
During independent assortment, homologous chromosomes segregate in a random manner. During which phase of meiosis does this process primarily occur?
9. Mitosis and Meiosis
Meiosis
Multiple Choice
During which phase of meiosis are sister chromatids separated?
A
Anaphase I
B
Anaphase II
C
Metaphase I
D
Prophase II
Verified step by step guidance1
Recall the two main divisions in meiosis: Meiosis I and Meiosis II. Each has distinct events related to chromosome separation.
Understand that in Meiosis I, homologous chromosomes (each consisting of two sister chromatids) are separated, not the sister chromatids themselves.
Identify that Anaphase I is the stage where homologous chromosomes are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.
Recognize that Meiosis II resembles a mitotic division where sister chromatids are finally separated.
Conclude that sister chromatids are separated during Anaphase II, which occurs in Meiosis II.
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