Why is crossing over not possible in meiosis II?

A. Because the enzymes needed for it to occur are no longer present.
B. Because homologous chromosomes are no longer in the same cell.
C. Because prophase only occurs in meiosis I.
D. Because meiosis II is much shorter than meiosis I.


Answer: B

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