The stage of mitosis at which chromatids separate as independent chromosomes is the
A
Prophase
B
Metaphase
C
Anaphase
D
Telophase
Correct Answer: Anaphase
The sister chromatids are pairs of identical copies of DNA joined at a point called the centromere. During anaphase, each pair of chromosomes is separated into two identical, independent chromosomes. The chromosomes are separated by a structure called the mitotic spindle.