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What type of reproduction produces offspring that are clones with identical genetic makeup?
What type of reproduction produces offspring that are clones with identical genetic makeup?
- Asexual reproduction (correct)
- Gamete fusion
- Binary fission
- Sexual reproduction
Which process allows for genetic variation during sexual reproduction?
Which process allows for genetic variation during sexual reproduction?
- DNA replication
- Mitosis
- Independent assortment (correct)
- Cellular respiration
During which phase of meiosis does crossing over occur?
During which phase of meiosis does crossing over occur?
- Metaphase I
- Prophase I (correct)
- Anaphase II
- Telophase I
What is the primary consequence of independent assortment during meiosis?
What is the primary consequence of independent assortment during meiosis?
What is the primary purpose of meiosis in the context of sexual reproduction?
What is the primary purpose of meiosis in the context of sexual reproduction?
What happens during synapsis in meiosis?
What happens during synapsis in meiosis?
During which stage of meiosis do homologous chromosomes separate?
During which stage of meiosis do homologous chromosomes separate?
How does the process of meiosis contribute to genetic variation?
How does the process of meiosis contribute to genetic variation?
Which statement correctly describes a diploid cell?
Which statement correctly describes a diploid cell?
What is the role of chiasmata during meiosis?
What is the role of chiasmata during meiosis?
What is the main advantage of sexual reproduction compared to asexual reproduction?
What is the main advantage of sexual reproduction compared to asexual reproduction?
In humans, how many times does crossing over typically occur per homologous pair during meiosis?
In humans, how many times does crossing over typically occur per homologous pair during meiosis?
What feature distinguishes sister chromatids from homologous chromosomes?
What feature distinguishes sister chromatids from homologous chromosomes?
What characterizes gametes produced through meiosis?
What characterizes gametes produced through meiosis?
What role do gametes play in sexual reproduction?
What role do gametes play in sexual reproduction?
Which of the following best describes the genetic outcome of asexual reproduction?
Which of the following best describes the genetic outcome of asexual reproduction?
During which stage of meiosis II do sister chromatids finally separate?
During which stage of meiosis II do sister chromatids finally separate?
What does '2n' represent in terms of chromosome number?
What does '2n' represent in terms of chromosome number?
What happens during the cytokinesis phase of meiosis?
What happens during the cytokinesis phase of meiosis?
What is one main outcome of independent assortment during gamete formation?
What is one main outcome of independent assortment during gamete formation?
What does the number 223 represent in the context of gamete formation?
What does the number 223 represent in the context of gamete formation?
What role does fertilization play in the genetic variability of offspring?
What role does fertilization play in the genetic variability of offspring?
What distinguishes meiosis from mitosis?
What distinguishes meiosis from mitosis?
What is a key component of sexual reproduction that contributes to genetic variation?
What is a key component of sexual reproduction that contributes to genetic variation?
Which statement correctly reflects the alternation of haploid and diploid states in sexual life cycles?
Which statement correctly reflects the alternation of haploid and diploid states in sexual life cycles?
Which incorrect comparison is often made between meiosis and mitosis?
Which incorrect comparison is often made between meiosis and mitosis?
What is the potential outcome of mixing different gametes during fertilization?
What is the potential outcome of mixing different gametes during fertilization?
Flashcards
Karyotype
Karyotype
The complete set of chromosomes in a cell, displayed in order.
Homologous Chromosomes
Homologous Chromosomes
Pairs of chromosomes with matching gene locations inherited from each parent.
Sister Chromatids
Sister Chromatids
Identical copies of a replicated chromosome, held together.
Diploid Cell
Diploid Cell
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Haploid Cell
Haploid Cell
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Gametes
Gametes
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Meiosis
Meiosis
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Meiosis I
Meiosis I
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Meiosis II
Meiosis II
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Crossing Over
Crossing Over
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Asexual Reproduction
Asexual Reproduction
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Sexual Reproduction
Sexual Reproduction
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Independent Assortment
Independent Assortment
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Synapsis
Synapsis
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Genetic Variation
Genetic Variation
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Haploid (n)
Haploid (n)
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Diploid (2n)
Diploid (2n)
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Random Fertilization
Random Fertilization
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Study Notes
Sexual Life Cycles & Meiosis
- Sexual life cycles involve the alternation between haploid and diploid stages
- Meiosis is a specialized cell division that produces gametes (haploid cells)
- Mitosis creates clones with identical genetic makeup
- Humans are diploid organisms, meaning they have two sets of chromosomes
Karyotype
- Karyotype represents a complete set of chromosomes in a cell
- Human karyotype has 23 pairs of chromosomes (46 chromosomes in total)
- 22 pairs are autosomes (non-sex determining chromosomes)
- One pair are sex chromosomes (XX or XY)
- Homologous chromosomes have the same length, gene position, and centromere location
- Sister chromatids are replicated copies of each chromosome, generated during S phase
Chromosome Sets in Human Cells
- Diploid cells contain homologous chromosome pairs (2n = 46)
- Human diploid cells have 46 chromosomes arranged in 23 homologous pairs
- Sex chromosomes (XX or XY) determine gender
- Haploid cells contain only one type of chromosome for each pair (n = 23)
- Gametes (egg & sperm) have a haploid number of chromosomes
Meiosis
- Meiosis is a two-part cell division process that reduces the number of chromosomes by half
- It produces four haploid daughter cells, each genetically unique from the parent cell
- The process involves two rounds of division
- Meiosis I separates homologous chromosome pairs, and Meiosis II separates sister chromatids
Stages of Meiosis I
- Prophase I: Chromosomes condense and homologous pairs align. Synapsis and crossing over occur.
- Metaphase I: Homologous chromosome pairs align at the metaphase plate.
- Anaphase I: Homologous chromosomes separate and move to opposite poles.
- Telophase I & Cytokinesis: Two haploid cells form, each with a complete set of chromosomes.
Stages of Meiosis II
- Prophase II: Spindle apparatus forms.
- Metaphase II: Individual chromosomes align at the metaphase plate.
- Anaphase II: Sister chromatids separate and move to opposite poles.
- Telophase II & Cytokinesis: Four haploid cells are created, each genetically distinct
Basis of Variation
- Independent assortment: During meiosis I, homologous chromosomes randomly align and separate.
- Crossing over: During Prophase I, homologous chromosomes exchange segments of DNA.
- Random fertilization: Haploid gametes from two parents randomly combine during fertilization.
Sexual Reproduction
- Involves the fusion of two gametes (egg & sperm)
- Generates genetic variation by combining genes from two parents
- Asexual reproduction creates clones
Other Sexual Lifecycles
- Animals are diploid only
- Plants are both diploid and haploid
- Most fungi are haploid only
Summary of Lecture
- Offspring inherit genes from their parents through fertilization and meiosis
- Meiosis reduces chromosome numbers to haploid in gametes
- Sexual reproduction leads to genetic variation within offspring
- The process of genetic diversification in gametes results from crossing over and independent assortment before fertilization.
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Explore the concepts of sexual life cycles and meiosis in this quiz. Understand the distinctions between haploid and diploid stages, and learn about human karyotypes and the arrangement of chromosomes. Test your knowledge on how meiosis and mitosis differ in their processes and outcomes.
