Mitosis and Meiosis Notes

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​DNA Replicates
Produces New cells

​1 division


2 cells

46 chromosomes

Asexual: 1 parent

​2 divisions


4 cells

23 chromosomes


Sexual reproduction

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Multiple Choice

If an organism reproduces asexually, its offspring will most likely be:

• produced as a result of fertilization
• Genetically identical to the parent
• Genetically different from each other
• Produced from specialized cells known as gametes

Multiple Choice

Which statement below is correct about asexual reproduction and sexual reproduction?

• Asexual reproduction and sexual reproduction both involve one parent

• Sexual reproduction involves making clones and asexual reproduction creates diverse/different offspring

• Asexual reproduction creates clones and sexual reproduction creates diverse/different offspring

Multiple Choice

How many parents are involved with sexual reproduction?

• none

• 1

• 2

• 4

Multiple Choice

How many parents are required for asexual reproduction?

• none

• 1

• 2

• 4