The step in meiosis shown in the attached image is ANAPHASE 1
WHAT IS MEIOSIS?
- Meiosis is a cell division that results in the formation of four genetically different daughter cells that have their chromosomal number reduced by half.
- Meiosis occurs in two step division process namely: meiosis I and meiosis II. Each of these divisions have four major steps. Meiosis I steps are as follows:
1. Prophase I: Chromosomes pair up
2. Metaphase I: Chromosomes line up at the metaphase plate (equator)
3. Anaphase I: Chromosomes (homologous) are pulled apart
4. Telophase I: Cell prepares for division (cytokinesis)
- The image attached to this question shows the separation of homologous chromosomes (similar but non-identical chromosomes from each parent). This description fits that of ANAPHASE 1, hence, the image is showing ANAPHASE 1 of meiosis.
N.B: Anaphase II involves separation of sister chromatids.
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