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 ^Reproduction
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 ^Meiosis
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 >Interphase
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 >Prophase 1
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 >Metaphase 1
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 *Anaphase 1
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 >Telophase 1
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 >Prophase 2
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 >Metaphase 2
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 >Anaphase 2
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 >Telophase 2
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Meiosis 3: Anaphase 1

Diagram of anaphase 1.

In anaphase I the chromatids holding the chromosomes together loosen. The two homologous chromatids of each tetrad are separated into separate poles. Since the chromosomes from each parent can go into either pole this is another means to increase genetic diversity.

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