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A cell with two pairs of each set of chromosomes is called a ________ cell.
A cell with two pairs of each set of chromosomes is called a ________ cell.
Diploid
A cell with only one set of chromosomes is called a _______ cell. These types of cells are found in the reproductive organs and are called _____ cells.
A cell with only one set of chromosomes is called a _______ cell. These types of cells are found in the reproductive organs and are called _____ cells.
Haploid, Germ
Diploid cells are typically found throughout the body tissues and are called _______ cells.
Diploid cells are typically found throughout the body tissues and are called _______ cells.
Somatic
Sperm and egg cells are called _______.
Sperm and egg cells are called _______.
A fertilized egg is a ________.
A fertilized egg is a ________.
A type of cell division that results in diploid cells is called ______.
A type of cell division that results in diploid cells is called ______.
A type of cell division that results in haploid cells is called ______.
A type of cell division that results in haploid cells is called ______.
When a sperm and egg combine, it is called _______.
When a sperm and egg combine, it is called _______.
What is the diploid number for humans?
What is the diploid number for humans?
What is the haploid number for humans?
What is the haploid number for humans?
Matching chromosomes are called _________ pairs.
Matching chromosomes are called _________ pairs.
During prophase 1 of meiosis, these pairs form a tetras in a process called ______.
During prophase 1 of meiosis, these pairs form a tetras in a process called ______.
When homologous chromosomes exchange genes, it is called _______.
When homologous chromosomes exchange genes, it is called _______.
How many daughter cells are created at the end of meiosis 1?
How many daughter cells are created at the end of meiosis 1?
How many daughter cells are created at the end of meiosis 2?
How many daughter cells are created at the end of meiosis 2?
During meiosis, chromosomes will split into daughter cells randomly, making each gamete unique. This is called ________.
During meiosis, chromosomes will split into daughter cells randomly, making each gamete unique. This is called ________.
What separates in meiosis 1?
What separates in meiosis 1?
What separates in meiosis 2?
What separates in meiosis 2?
In what phase do homologous chromosomes pair up and form tetrads?
In what phase do homologous chromosomes pair up and form tetrads?
In what phase do spindle fibers move homologous chromosomes to opposite sides?
In what phase do spindle fibers move homologous chromosomes to opposite sides?
What phase does crossing over occur?
What phase does crossing over occur?
In what phase does chromatids separate?
In what phase does chromatids separate?
In what phase do homologs line up along the equator?
In what phase do homologs line up along the equator?
What phase does the nuclear membrane reform, cytoplasm divide, and 4 daughter cells are formed?
What phase does the nuclear membrane reform, cytoplasm divide, and 4 daughter cells are formed?
In what phase does cytoplasm divide, and 2 daughter cells are formed?
In what phase does cytoplasm divide, and 2 daughter cells are formed?
In what phase do chromosomes line up along the equator, not in homologous pairs?
In what phase do chromosomes line up along the equator, not in homologous pairs?
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Meiosis Definition
Meiosis Definition
Cell division producing haploid gametes from diploid cells
Diploid Number (Humans)
Diploid Number (Humans)
46 chromosomes (2 sets)
Haploid Number (Humans)
Haploid Number (Humans)
23 chromosomes (1 set)
Diploid Cell
Diploid Cell
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Somatic Cell
Somatic Cell
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Haploid Cell
Haploid Cell
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Germ Cell
Germ Cell
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Gamete
Gamete
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Meiosis I
Meiosis I
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Meiosis II
Meiosis II
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Synapsis
Synapsis
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Crossing Over
Crossing Over
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Independent Assortment
Independent Assortment
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Prophase I
Prophase I
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Metaphase I
Metaphase I
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Anaphase I
Anaphase I
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Telophase I
Telophase I
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Metaphase II
Metaphase II
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Anaphase II
Anaphase II
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Telophase II
Telophase II
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Zygote
Zygote
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Mitosis
Mitosis
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Homologous Chromosomes
Homologous Chromosomes
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Study Notes
Meiosis Overview
- Meiosis is a type of cell division that produces haploid cells (gametes) from diploid cells.
- The diploid number in humans is 46, while the haploid number is 23.
Meiosis Cell Types
- Diploid cells, containing two sets of each chromosome, are called diploid or somatic cells.
- Haploid cells, which contain a single set of chromosomes, are found in reproductive organs and referred to as haploid or germ cells.
- Gametes are sex cells (sperm and egg), formed through meiosis.
Steps of Meiosis
- Meiosis consists of two sequential divisions: Meiosis I and Meiosis II.
- Meiosis I results in the separation of homologous chromosomes, creating 2 daughter cells.
- Meiosis II results in the separation of sister chromatids, resulting in 4 daughter cells.
Key Processes in Meiosis
- Synapsis occurs during prophase I, where homologous chromosomes pair up to form tetrads.
- Crossing over also happens during prophase I, where homologous chromosomes exchange genetic material, increasing genetic diversity.
- Independent assortment refers to the random segregation of chromosomes into gametes, contributing to genetic variability.
Meiosis Phases
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In prophase I, tetrads form and crossing over takes place.
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During metaphase I, homologous chromosomes align at the equator of the cell.
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In anaphase I, pairs of homologous chromosomes are pulled to opposite sides.
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Telophase I concludes with the division of the cytoplasm, yielding 2 haploid daughter cells.
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In metaphase II, chromatids line up along the equator, but not in homologous pairs.
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Anaphase II results in the separation of sister chromatids to opposite poles.
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Telophase II results in the formation of 4 genetically unique daughter cells, with nuclear membranes reforming and the cytoplasm divided.
Important Terms
- A fertilized egg is called a zygote.
- Mitosis, unlike meiosis, results in diploid cells and is for general cell replication.
- Matching chromosomes are known as homologous chromosomes.
These notes encapsulate essential concepts and terminology related to meiosis, highlighting its critical role in sexual reproduction and genetic diversity.
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