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During which phase of meiosis do homolog...

During which phase of meiosis do homologous chromosomes separate ?

A

Prophase II

B

Telophase I

C

Metaphase I

D

Anaphase II

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Meiosis**: Meiosis is a type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in four haploid cells. It consists of two main stages: Meiosis I and Meiosis II. 2. **Phases of Meiosis I**: In Meiosis I, homologous chromosomes (pairs of chromosomes, one from each parent) are separated. This stage includes several phases: prophase I, metaphase I, anaphase I, and telophase I. 3. **Homologous Chromosome Alignment**: During metaphase I, homologous chromosomes align at the metaphase plate. This is a crucial step before they are separated. 4. **Separation of Homologous Chromosomes**: The actual separation of homologous chromosomes occurs during anaphase I, not metaphase I. In anaphase I, the homologous chromosomes are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell. 5. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the correct answer to the question is that homologous chromosomes separate during **anaphase I** of meiosis. **Final Answer**: Homologous chromosomes separate during **anaphase I** of meiosis. ---
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