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Stages of Meiosis

By Regina Bailey, About.com

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Metaphase II

Lily Anther Microsporocytes in Metaphase II

© John C. Glase

Meiosis Study Guide

Metaphase II:
  • The chromosomes line up at the metaphase II plate at the cell's center.

  • The kinetochores of the sister chromatids point toward opposite poles.


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