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What is the main difference between gametes and body cells?
What is the main difference between gametes and body cells?
- Gametes have two sets of chromosomes while body cells have one set
- Gametes are produced through mitosis while body cells are produced through meiosis
- Gametes are haploid while body cells are diploid (correct)
- Gametes are non-identical while body cells are identical
Which process ensures that each gamete has one chromosome from each pair?
Which process ensures that each gamete has one chromosome from each pair?
- Mitosis
- Mutation
- Crossing over during meiosis (correct)
- Fertilisation
What is the significance of fertilisation in introducing genetic variation?
What is the significance of fertilisation in introducing genetic variation?
- It ensures that each gamete contains two sets of chromosomes
- It creates identical offspring with no genetic variation
- It separates the homologous chromosomes
- It is a random process that determines which sperm fertilizes the egg (correct)
How many divisions are involved in meiosis compared to mitosis?
How many divisions are involved in meiosis compared to mitosis?
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What is the role of gonads in gamete production?
What is the role of gonads in gamete production?
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What is the purpose of forming a zygote?
What is the purpose of forming a zygote?
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