Multiple choice

How many sub-stages are present in the prophase I of meiosis I?

  1. Two

  2. Three

  3. Four

  4. Five

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Prophase I of meiosis I has five sub-stages: leptotene (chromosomes condense), zygotene (synapsis begins), pachytene (crossing over occurs), diplotene (chiasmata visible), and diakinesis (final condensation).