The separation of homologous chromosomes during anaphase I is called as

Synapsis

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Disjunction

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Non-disjunction

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Crossing over

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Solution

The correct option is B Disjunction
The separation of homologous chromosomes during anaphase I is called disjunction. Disjunction forms an integral part of meiosis I which occurs during anaphase. In meiosis, disjunction happens when homologous chromosomes move apart toward the opposite poles of the cell in anaphase I.
So, the correct answer is option B.

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