In meiosis, division of centromere occurs during

Interphase

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Anaphase I

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Anaphase II

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Metaphase I

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Solution

The correct option is C Anaphase II
In meiosis, division of centromere occurs during anaphase II. The centromeres separate, and the two chromatids of each chromosome move to opposite poles on the spindle. The separated chromatids are now called as chromosomes in their own right.

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At which stage of meiosis does the genetic constitution of gametes is finally decided
(a) Metaphase-I
(b) Anaphase-II
(c) Metaphase-II
(d) Anaphase-I

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