Meiosis and Nondisjunction: Cell Division and Chromosome Numbers

During meiosis, ______ chromosomes are paired together to ensure proper separation of genetic material.

Meiosis is essential for producing ______ cells with half the number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

Meiosis involves two successive cell divisions, resulting in four ______ daughter cells.

The process of meiosis is crucial for maintaining genetic variation and ensuring that offspring are not ______ copies of their parents.

Nondisjunction can occur during meiosis, resulting in ______ cells with an abnormal number of chromosomes.