MCQ
Chiasmata formation takes place during:
  • A
    Prophase I
  • B
    Metaphase I
  • C
    Anaphase II
  • D
    Telophase I

Answer

  1. Prophase I

Explanation:

The chiasmata formation occurs during diplotene phase of prophase I of meiosis I.

Chiasmata are the points of attachment between non-sister chromatids of two homologous chromosomes.

It leads to an exchange of segments and creates variation.

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