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What is the main difference between a diploid cell and a haploid cell?

Size of the cell

Number of chromosomes (correct)

Location within the body

Presence of mitochondria

Why are gametes considered haploid cells?

To save energy

To ensure genetic diversity upon fertilization (correct)

To allow them to divide more rapidly

To make them smaller in size

What is the function of meiosis in the human body?

To create identical diploid cells

To produce haploid gametes for sexual reproduction (correct)

To repair damaged cells

To increase the number of chromosomes in somatic cells

Which stage of meiosis involves the separation of homologous chromosomes?

Anaphase 1 Signup and view all the answers

How many chromosomes are present in each cell after meiosis 1?

Half the original number Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of homologous pairs of chromosomes in meiosis?

They help in crossing over and genetic variation Signup and view all the answers

During prophase 1 of meiosis, which of the following events occurs?

Synapsis occurs Signup and view all the answers

What is the main outcome of crossing over during meiosis?

Mixing DNA from maternal and paternal chromosomes Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of nondisjunction in meiosis?

Irregular chromosome numbers in offspring Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes the trait that appears less in offspring?

Recessive trait Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the F1 Generation and the P generation?

Generation order Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of meiosis typically has tetrads aligning on the metaphase plate?

Metaphase 2 Signup and view all the answers