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Which type of cell division produces haploid gametes in diploid organisms?
Which type of cell division produces haploid gametes in diploid organisms?
- Meiosis (correct)
- Cytokinesis
- Binary fission
- Mitosis
What is the purpose of meiosis and fertilization in sexual life cycles?
What is the purpose of meiosis and fertilization in sexual life cycles?
- To produce diploid gametes
- To increase the number of chromosomes
- To maintain a constant number of chromosomes (correct)
- To produce haploid gametes
How many consecutive cell divisions occur in meiosis?
How many consecutive cell divisions occur in meiosis?
- Three
- Two (correct)
- Four
- One
How many daughter cells are produced in meiosis?
How many daughter cells are produced in meiosis?
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What do the illustrations in Figure 8.13 show?
What do the illustrations in Figure 8.13 show?
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During meiosis, how many consecutive cell divisions occur?
During meiosis, how many consecutive cell divisions occur?
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What is the result of meiosis in terms of the number of chromosomes?
What is the result of meiosis in terms of the number of chromosomes?
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Which type of cells are produced during meiosis?
Which type of cells are produced during meiosis?
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What is the purpose of meiosis and fertilization in sexual life cycles?
What is the purpose of meiosis and fertilization in sexual life cycles?
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What is the relationship between meiosis and mitosis?
What is the relationship between meiosis and mitosis?
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