“Terminalization” is seen at _____ stage.
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diplotene
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pachytene
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zygotene
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leptotene
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Terminalization refers to the movement of chiasmata from their original positions toward the ends (telomeres) of chromosomes. This process occurs during diplotene stage as homologous chromosomes begin to separate. The chiasmata effectively migrate chromosome-ward while maintaining connection points.