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Meiosis Process and Phases Quiz

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What is the result of meiosis in terms of daughter cells and chromosomes?

Eight identical daughter cells, each with double the number of chromosomes of the parent cell

Three non-identical daughter cells, each with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell

Two identical daughter cells, each with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell

Four non-identical daughter cells, each with half the number of chromosomes of the parent cell (correct)

During which phase of meiosis does crossing over occur?

Anaphase I

Metaphase II

Prophase I (correct)

Prophase II

What is synapsis in the context of meiosis?

The close association of homologous chromosomes during prophase I (correct)

The alignment of chromosomes at the metaphase plate in pairs

The division of the cytoplasm following meiosis

The random distribution of homologous chromosome pairs to daughter cells

What is the purpose of independent assortment in meiosis?

To contribute to genetic diversity by randomly distributing homologous chromosome pairs to daughter cells Signup and view all the answers

What happens during diakinesis in prophase I of meiosis?

Chromosomes continue to condense and prepare for division Signup and view all the answers

What is cytokinesis in the context of meiosis?

The division of the cytoplasm following meiosis, resulting in four separate daughter cells Signup and view all the answers

During which phase of meiosis do homologous chromosome pairs separate and move to opposite poles?

Anaphase I Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of meiosis in terms of the number of daughter cells and their chromosome number?

Four non-identical haploid daughter cells Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of mitosis is responsible for the reduction in the number of chromosomes in each daughter cell?

Telophase I Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of meiosis in ensuring genetic diversity?

It contributes to the variability of offspring through genetic diversity. Signup and view all the answers

Which genetic disorder is caused by an extra X chromosome in females?

Klinefelter syndrome Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for the abnormal chromosome numbers due to errors in meiosis?

Aneuploidy Signup and view all the answers

During which phase do spindle fibers attach to the centromeres of individual chromosomes in meiosis?

Metaphase I Signup and view all the answers

Which syndrome is characterized by an extra Y chromosome in males?

Jacobs syndrome Signup and view all the answers

What are the products of meiosis?