Question

The diagram below represents a stage during cell division.

1. Identify the stage of cell division. 
2. Give two reasons for your answer in (1) above. 
3. Name the structure labeled P.

Answer 1

1. Metaphase I
2.    
   • Association of homologous chromosomes.
   • Homologous chromosomes lie side by side on the equator of the spindle fibres
3. P-spindle fibre