Cell Division: Prophase and Meiosis Quiz

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During which phase does the pairing of homologous chromosomes occur, along with crossing over?

  • Prophase 1 (correct)
  • Telophase 2
  • Anaphase 2
  • Metaphase 1

In which process does synapsis of homologous chromosomes occur?

  • Meiosis (correct)
  • Mitosis
  • Fertilization
  • Gametogenesis

Which type of cells undergo meiosis?

  • Stem cells
  • Body cells
  • Reproductive cells (correct)
  • Somatic cells

What is the function of gametes?

<p>To form zygotes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a cell with a single set of chromosomes?

<p>Haploid (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does chromosome condensation occur during cell division?

<p>Prophase 2 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process in which chromosomal segments are exchanged between a pair of homologous chromosomes?

<p>Crossing over (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is regarded as the father of genetics?

<p>Mendel (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of organism has two different alleles for a particular trait?

<p>Hybrids (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the observable characteristic of an allele pair called?

<p>Phenotype (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which law states that the two alleles for each trait separate during meiosis?

<p>Law of segregation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the study of heredity, which began with Mendel known as?

<p>Genetics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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