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Meiosis Review

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 2hrs 32mins

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Class
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1.

The cells produced via meiosis are called:

a)

Gametes (sex cells)

b)

Somatic cells

2.

After meiosis is complete, the new cells ___________.

a)

are genetically identical

b)

are genetically unique

3.

Unlike mitosis, meiosis in male mammals results in the formation of ________.

a)

four diploid gametes

b)

four haploid gametes

4.

If a body cell in a butterfly contains 24 chromosomes, a butterfly egg would contain _____ chromosomes.

a)

12

b)

24

5.

This image shows chromosomes during Prophase 1. Which of the following correctly describes the process shown?

a)

segregation of sister chromatids

b)

crossing - over in which DNA is exchanged

c)

mutation in which the DNA content of the gene is altered

6.

Why do we need meiosis?

a)

To double the number of chromosomes going into sex cells

b)

To halve the number of chromosomes going into sex cells

7.

Crossing over helps promote ______.

a)

male genotype

b)

genetic variation

c)

DNA replication

8.

Meiosis is necessary for which type of reproduction?

a)

Asexual

b)

Sexual

9.

How many divisions occur during meiosis?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

10.

What is the benefit of sexual reproduction over asexual reproduction?

a)

Saves time and energy

b)

Produces a more diverse population