Read the following passage and answer if the question is true or false.
Passage: Homologous chromosomes are important in the processes of meiosis and mitosis. They allow for the recombination and random segregation of genetic material from the mother and father into new cells.

Question: are homologous chromosomes present in both mitosis and meiosis?

Is the answer True or False? Respond with only "True" or "False" and no additional text.
True.