Question

identifying early steps of meiosis i
complete the statements to identify the first two steps of meiosis i.
the first and longest step of meiosis i is called
the second step of meiosis i is called

Explanation:

Meiosis I has several stages. Prophase I is the first and longest stage where homologous chromosomes pair up (synapsis), crossing - over occurs (exchange of genetic material between non - sister chromatids), and the nuclear envelope breaks down. Metaphase I is the second stage where homologous chromosome pairs line up at the equatorial plate of the cell.

Answer:

The first and longest step of meiosis I is called prophase I. The second step of meiosis I is called metaphase I.