Which of the following is not a property of homologous chromosomes? A)They pair physically during prophase of meiosis I. B)They exchange genes by crossing over during meiosis. C)They carry alleles for the same genes at the same chromosomal position. D)Their centromeres are attached to each other during G₂of the cell cycle. E)They segregate to opposite poles at anaphase of meiosis I.

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Homologous chromosomes do not have their centromeres attached to each other during any specific phase of the cell cycle. This choice incorrectly describes a characteristic of homologous chromosomes, as their centromeres are not inherently attached to each other.

Which of the Following Is Not a Property of Homologous