Which phase is characterized by the splitting of centromeres and the separation of chromatids?
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Correct answer: Anaphase stage
In anaphase, the centromere of each chromosome splits simultaneously, allowing sister chromatids to separate. These chromatids, now referred to as daughter chromosomes, move toward opposite poles.
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