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BIO 101 Last Min Prep Objective Question

Question

During chromosomal pairs align along spindle equator: A. Anaphase II B. Anaphase I C. Metaphase I D. Metaphase II
Options
A Anaphase II
B Anaphase I
C Metaphase I
Correct Answer
D Metaphase II
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In metaphase I of meiosis, homologous chromosome pairs (bivalents) align along the metaphase plate (spindle equator). In metaphase II, individual chromosomes (each composed of two sister chromatids) align.

Hint

It's the pairs, not individual chromosomes, that line up.

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