I don't know whether I'd agree with seperating them, these are social birds and prefer to be together. Being seperated may cause them shock, or just upset them.
If you want to rear some, maybe to sell, the parents should be able to look after them to a degree, provided they have nesting materials, the right sort of food for a good diet etc.
Also, depending on the age of the birds, they may/may not be sexually mature or ready for it, really. The time of year may also influence this, or the temperature in the house/aviary for that matter.
It would seem unlikely that they would lay eggs without having been fertilized. Chcikens only lay without fertilisation and year round because they have been specifically bred to do so by humans. In the wild this would be a big disadvantage and a big waste of nutrients for the bird. In captivity, it is fed so it can afford to do this without ill effects.
Because of this reason, I'd assume any eggs laid would be fertilised.
If its too much of a concern, contact a slightly more proffesional pet store clerk, or a vet perhaps.
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