Mitosis and Meiosis Comparison

What is the purpose of mitosis?

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What type of cells does meiosis produce?

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Fill in the blank: Mitosis results in 2 diploid (2N) genetically identical _______ cells.

• daughter

• parent

• sibling

• haploid

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Fill in the blank: Meiosis results in 4 _______ daughter cells genetically different from the parent.

• haploid

• diploid

• polyploid

• triploid

What is the result of crossing over during meiosis?

• Increased genetic variation

• Production of identical daughter cells

• Reduction in chromosome number

• Formation of gametes

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How many chromosomes does a human cell have after mitosis?

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How many chromosomes does a human cell have after meiosis?

What is the difference between diploid and haploid cells?

• Diploid cells have two sets of chromosomes, while haploid cells have one set.

• Diploid cells have one set of chromosomes, while haploid cells have two sets.

• Diploid cells are found only in plants, while haploid cells are found only in animals.

• Diploid cells are always larger than haploid cells.

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Identify genetically identical cells:

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During ​​ ​ ​ (a)   , the chromosomes are pulled ​ (b)   by the ​ (c)   .

• anaphase
• apart
• spindle fibers

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