Meiosis & Sexual Reproduction

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What is meiosis?

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The process by which germ cells divide to form gametes.

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What is crossing over?

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The exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes during meiosis.

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What is the main purpose of meiosis?

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To produce haploid gametes for sexual reproduction.

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What are gametes?

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Reproductive cells (sperm and eggs) that contain half the number of chromosomes.

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What is independent assortment?

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The random distribution of homologous chromosomes during meiosis.

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What is a diploid cell?

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A cell that contains two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent.

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What is a haploid cell?

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A cell that contains only one set of chromosomes.

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What happens during anaphase I of meiosis?

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Homologous chromosomes are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

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What is the difference between meiosis and mitosis?

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Meiosis produces gametes and involves two rounds of division, while mitosis produces identical somatic cells.

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What is the significance of genetic variation in meiosis?

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It increases diversity in a population through processes like crossing over and independent assortment.