12 Questions
What is the main difference between a haploid cell and a diploid cell?
Haploid cells have half the number of chromosomes as diploid cells
What is the purpose of meiosis in sexual reproduction?
To produce genetically diverse offspring
When do homologous chromosomes exchange genetic material during meiosis?
Prophase 1
Which event does NOT occur during interphase before meiosis begins?
Cell division
What happens during telophase 1 of meiosis?
Nuclear envelopes reform around each group of chromosomes
What is the end result of meiosis 2?
4 haploid cells
Which phase of meiosis 1 involves the alignment of tetrads on the metaphase plate?
Metaphase 1
What is the result of synapsis during prophase 1 of meiosis?
Formation of tetrads
During which phase of meiosis 2 do sister chromatids separate?
Anaphase 2
What does nondisjunction in meiosis refer to?
Failure of chromatids to separate in anaphase 1
What can irregular chromosome numbers resulting from nondisjunction lead to?
Disorders and syndromes
In genetics, what is a polygenic trait defined as?
A trait influenced by multiple genes at different loci
Test your knowledge on chromosomes, diploid and haploid cells, homologous pairs, and sister chromatids with this quiz. Learn about the number of chromosomes in human cells and the differences between diploid and haploid cells.
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