Meiosis
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Biology
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What is meiosis?
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Meiosis is a type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in four genetically diverse haploid cells, typically used in the formation of gametes (sperm and eggs).
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What is the main purpose of meiosis?
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The main purpose of meiosis is to produce gametes for sexual reproduction, ensuring genetic diversity through processes like crossing over and independent assortment.
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What are the two main stages of meiosis?
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The two main stages of meiosis are Meiosis I and Meiosis II.
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What happens during crossing over?
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During crossing over, homologous chromosomes exchange segments of genetic material, leading to genetic variation in the resulting gametes.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is genetic variation?
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Genetic variation refers to the differences in DNA sequences among individuals, which can result from mutations, gene flow, and sexual reproduction.
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What is a haploid cell?
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A haploid cell is a cell that contains one complete set of chromosomes (n), as opposed to diploid cells, which contain two sets (2n).
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What is a diploid cell?
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A diploid cell is a cell that contains two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent (2n).
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