Meiosis and mitosis have a number of features in common. However, only meiosis has the following feature.
A) The presence of chromatids.
B) The pairing-up of homologous chromosomes.
C) The movement of chromosomes to the poles of the cell.
D) The condensation of chromosomes.
E) The separation of sister kinetochores and rapid movement to the poles of the cell.

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The pairing-up of homologous chromosomes, also known as synapsis, is a feature unique to meiosis. This process occurs during prophase I, allowing for genetic recombination and the eventual separation of homologous chromosomes into different cells, a key distinction from mitosis.

Meiosis and Mitosis Have a Number of Features in Common