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What is the primary purpose of meiosis?
What is the primary purpose of meiosis?
During which phase of meiosis does crossing-over occur?
During which phase of meiosis does crossing-over occur?
How do the chromosome numbers differ after mitosis compared to after meiosis?
How do the chromosome numbers differ after mitosis compared to after meiosis?
What is the main difference between the daughter cells produced by mitosis and meiosis?
What is the main difference between the daughter cells produced by mitosis and meiosis?
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Which of the following correctly describes the phases of mitosis?
Which of the following correctly describes the phases of mitosis?
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What role does independent assortment play in genetic diversity?
What role does independent assortment play in genetic diversity?
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What occurs during Telophase I of meiosis?
What occurs during Telophase I of meiosis?
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What is the result of crossing-over during meiosis?
What is the result of crossing-over during meiosis?
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Mitosis produces four genetically varied daughter cells.
Mitosis produces four genetically varied daughter cells.
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Cytokinesis happens right after Telophase.
Cytokinesis happens right after Telophase.
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Meiosis involves one division and produces two diploid cells.
Meiosis involves one division and produces two diploid cells.
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Anaphase is the phase where sister chromatids are pulled apart.
Anaphase is the phase where sister chromatids are pulled apart.
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Crossing over occurs during Prophase II of meiosis.
Crossing over occurs during Prophase II of meiosis.
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Meiosis II separates homologous chromosomes.
Meiosis II separates homologous chromosomes.
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Mitosis maintains the same chromosome number as the parent cell.
Mitosis maintains the same chromosome number as the parent cell.
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Binary fission is a process similar to mitosis, occurring in multicellular organisms.
Binary fission is a process similar to mitosis, occurring in multicellular organisms.
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Study Notes
Cell Division Processes
- Mitosis: Process by which a single cell divides to produce two identical daughter cells, maintaining the same chromosome number.
- Meiosis: Special type of cell division that reduces chromosome number by half, resulting in four genetically diverse gametes (sperm or eggs).
Phases Of Meiosis
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Meiosis I:
- Prophase I: Chromosomes condense, homologous chromosomes pair (synapsis), and crossing-over occurs, increasing genetic diversity.
- Metaphase I: Paired homologous chromosomes align at the metaphase plate.
- Anaphase I: Homologous chromosomes are pulled apart to opposite poles.
- Telophase I: Chromosomes arrive at poles, and the cell divides into two (cytokinesis).
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Meiosis II:
- Prophase II: Chromosomes (still duplicated) condense in both daughter cells.
- Metaphase II: Sister chromatids align at the metaphase plate.
- Anaphase II: Sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles.
- Telophase II: Chromatids arrive at poles; cytokinesis occurs, leading to four haploid cells.
Phases Of Mitosis
- Prophase: Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes; spindle apparatus forms.
- Metaphase: Chromosomes align at the metaphase plate; spindle fibers attach to kinetochores.
- Anaphase: Sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.
- Telophase: Chromatids arrive at poles; nuclear envelope re-forms around each set of chromosomes; cell begins to divide (cytokinesis).
Differences Between Mitosis And Meiosis
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Purpose:
- Mitosis: Growth and repair.
- Meiosis: Production of gametes for sexual reproduction.
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Division Type:
- Mitosis: One division resulting in two diploid cells.
- Meiosis: Two divisions resulting in four haploid cells.
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Genetic Variation:
- Mitosis: Genetically identical daughter cells.
- Meiosis: Genetically diverse gametes due to crossing-over and independent assortment.
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Chromosome Number:
- Mitosis: Maintains chromosome number.
- Meiosis: Reduces chromosome number by half.
Genetic Diversity
- Crossing-Over: Exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes during Prophase I of meiosis leads to new allele combinations.
- Independent Assortment: Random orientation of chromosomes during Metaphase I results in a mix of maternal and paternal chromosomes in gametes.
- Fertilization: Genetic variation is further enhanced when gametes from two parents unite.
Binary Fission
- A type of asexual reproduction in prokaryotes (e.g., bacteria).
- Process:
- DNA replication occurs.
- Cell elongates and the membrane pinches inward.
- Two identical daughter cells are formed.
Cytokinesis
- Final stage of cell division (occurs in both mitosis and meiosis).
- In Animal Cells: Contractile ring forms, creating a cleavage furrow that pinches the cell into two.
- In Plant Cells: Cell plate forms along the center, eventually leading to a new cell wall separating the two daughter cells.
Cell Division
- Mitosis and Meiosis are fundamental processes for life.
- Mitosis produces two identical daughter cells, maintaining the same chromosome number.
- Meiosis results in four genetically diverse gametes (eggs or sperm), reducing the chromosome number by half.
Meiosis
- Meiosis involves two rounds of cell division: Meiosis I and Meiosis II.
- Crossing Over occurs in Prophase I where genetic material is exchanged between homologous chromosomes, creating new allele combinations.
- Independent Assortment occurs in Metaphase I during which homologous chromosome pairs align randomly at the metaphase plate, contributing to genetic variation in gametes.
- Meiosis II resembles mitosis but with only half the number of chromosomes.
Mitosis Phases
- Prophase: Chromosomes condense and become visible, the spindle apparatus forms.
- Metaphase: Chromosomes align at the metaphase plate, spindle fibers attach to kinetochores.
- Anaphase: Sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles.
- Telophase: Chromatids arrive at the poles, the nuclear envelope reforms, and cytokinesis occurs.
Comparing Mitosis & Meiosis
- Purpose: Mitosis: Growth and repair; Meiosis: Gamete production.
- Division: Mitosis: One division; Meiosis: Two divisions.
- Genetic Variation: Mitosis: Identical daughters; Meiosis: Genetically diverse gametes.
- Chromosome Number: Mitosis: Maintains; Meiosis: Reduces by half.
Genetic Diversity
- Fertilization combines genetic material from two parents, further increasing variation.
Binary Fission
- A form of asexual reproduction in prokaryotes (like bacteria).
- Process:
- DNA replication occurs.
- The cell elongates and the membrane pinches inward.
- Two identical daughter cells are formed.
Cytokinesis
- Final stage of cell division, occurring in both mitosis and meiosis.
- In Animal Cells: A contractile ring forms, creating a cleavage furrow that pinches the cell into two.
- In Plant Cells: A cell plate forms along the center, eventually creating a new cell wall that separates the two daughter cells.
Cell Division
- Cell division is the process by which a single cell divides to form two or more daughter cells.
- Mitosis is responsible for growth, repair, and asexual reproduction.
- Meiosis is specialized for sexual reproduction and results in four genetically varied gametes.
Mitosis Phases
- Prophase: Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and spindle fibers emerge from centrosomes.
- Metaphase: Chromosomes align at the metaphase plate (center of the cell), and spindle fibers attach to the centromeres of chromosomes.
- Anaphase: Sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell, and the cell elongates.
- Telophase: Chromatids reach poles and begin to de-condense, the nuclear envelope re-forms around each set of chromosomes, and spindle fibers disassemble.
- Cytokinesis: Division of the cytoplasm, resulting in two separate daughter cells.
Mitosis vs Meiosis
- Purpose: Mitosis: Growth, repair, asexual reproduction; Meiosis: gamete formation for sexual reproduction.
- Number of Divisions: Mitosis: one division, producing two cells; Meiosis: two divisions, producing four cells.
- Genetic Variation: Mitosis: produces identical cells (clones); Meiosis: increases genetic diversity through crossing over and independent assortment.
- Chromosome Number: Mitosis: maintains the same chromosome number (diploid); Meiosis: reduces chromosome number by half (haploid).
Meiosis Phases
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Meiosis I:
- Prophase I: Chromosomes condense, homologous chromosomes pair (tetrad formation), and crossing over occurs.
- Metaphase I: Homologous chromosomes align at the metaphase plate.
- Anaphase I: Homologous chromosomes are pulled apart to opposite poles.
- Telophase I: Cytoplasm divides, resulting in two haploid cells.
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Meiosis II:
- Prophase II: Chromosomes condense, spindle fibers form.
- Metaphase II: Chromosomes align individually at the metaphase plate.
- Anaphase II: Sister chromatids are separated and pulled to opposite poles.
- Telophase II: Nuclear envelopes reform, chromosomes de-condense, and cytoplasm divides, producing four haploid gametes.
Binary Fission
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Binary fission is a method of asexual reproduction in prokaryotic organisms (e.g., bacteria).
- DNA replicates and attaches to the cell membrane.
- The cell elongates, separating the DNA molecules.
- The cell membrane pinches inward, forming two daughter cells.
Cytokinesis
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Cytokinesis is the process of cytoplasmic division following mitosis or meiosis.
- Animal Cells: Contractile ring forms, leading to the cleavage furrow that divides the cell.
- Plant Cells: Cell plate forms along the center and develops into a new cell wall separating the daughter cells.
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This quiz explores the complex processes of cell division, focusing on mitosis and meiosis. Test your knowledge on the phases of meiosis and the differences between these two critical biological processes. Perfect for biology students looking to solidify their understanding of cellular reproduction.
