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Question
An independent assortment of traits from different parents occurs as a result of events during ______ of meiosis.
Options
anaphase I
metaphase II
prophase II
prophase I
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Solution
An independent assortment of traits from different parents occurs as a result of events during anaphase I of meiosis.
Explanation:
During anaphase I, homologous chromosomes (each consisting of two sister chromatids) are separated and pulled to opposite poles of the cell. This separation is random with respect to which chromosome of each homologous pair goes to which pole, resulting in the independent assortment of genes located on different chromosomes. Thus, this stage is crucial for producing genetic variation in gametes by independently assorting parental traits.
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