Exploring Meiosis Concepts and Processes

What type of cells are known as body cells?

• Gametes

• Somatic cells

• Autosomes

• Chromatids

What does 'diploid' mean in the context of cell genetics?

• One set of chromosomes

• Half the DNA content

• Two sets of chromosomes

• No chromosomes

What is a karyotype?

• A type of chromosome

• A gene variant

• A process in meiosis

• A diagram showing chromosomes

Which chromosomes determine your gender?

• Sex chromosomes

• Gametes

• Karyotypes

• Autosomes

During which phase does crossing over occur?

• Telophase

• Anaphase

• Prophase 1

• Metaphase

What is the result of meiosis I?

• Two haploid cells

• Two diploid cells

• Four haploid cells

• One diploid cell

How many chromosomes does a human gamete typically have?

• 44

• 22

• 23

• 46

What is the purpose of meiosis?

• To repair tissues

• To grow tissues

• To create gametes

• To duplicate cells

How does meiosis differ from mitosis in terms of chromosome number in the resulting cells?

• Meiosis results in diploid cells

• Mitosis results in haploid cells

• Both result in diploid cells

• Meiosis results in haploid cells

What is required for the fusion of gametes to form a zygote?

• Two sperms

• Two eggs

• One egg and one sperm

• One zygote