12 Questions
During which phase does the pairing of homologous chromosomes occur, along with crossing over?
Prophase 1
In which process does synapsis of homologous chromosomes occur?
Meiosis
Which type of cells undergo meiosis?
Reproductive cells
What is the function of gametes?
To form zygotes
Which term refers to a cell with a single set of chromosomes?
Haploid
When does chromosome condensation occur during cell division?
Prophase 2
What is the process in which chromosomal segments are exchanged between a pair of homologous chromosomes?
Crossing over
Who is regarded as the father of genetics?
Mendel
Which type of organism has two different alleles for a particular trait?
Hybrids
What is the observable characteristic of an allele pair called?
Phenotype
Which law states that the two alleles for each trait separate during meiosis?
Law of segregation
What is the study of heredity, which began with Mendel known as?
Genetics
Test your knowledge of cell division, focusing on the phases of prophase 1, prophase 2, and meiosis. Understand the key events and differences between mitosis and meiosis.
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