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The homologous chromosomes line up at the equator in pairs, name of phase and sequence
BiologyCell Cycle and Cell DivisionNEET
Options:
  • A metaphase of mitosis
  • B metaphase of meiosis-1
  • C both metaphases of meiosis
  • D both a and b
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The correct answer is: metaphase of meiosis-1
During metaphase I, the homologous chromosomes are arranged at the metaphase plate roughly in the midline of the cell, with the kinetochores facing opposite poles. The homologous pairs orient themselves randomly at the equator.

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