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What is the purpose of examining the meiotic stages occurring within A.cepa flower buds in this study?
To gain insights into the dynamics of chromosome behaviour, spindle formation, and cell division during meiosis in A.cepa.
At what stage of development are Allium cepa flower buds taken for the study?
3rd and 4th bud of the anther (PMCs).
What is the chromosome number of A.cepa buds used in this study?
2n = 16.
What staining solution is used in the procedure to visualize chromosomes?
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How are small pieces of tissue from the anthers prepared for observation under the microscope?
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How many chromosomes are present in the pollen grains of A.cepa observed in this study?
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What is the main purpose of meiosis in eukaryotic organisms?
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Why is Allium cepa (onion) commonly used as a model organism for studying meiosis?
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Describe the key difference between meiosis I and meiosis II.
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What occurs during DNA replication in meiosis?
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Explain the significance of crossing over in meiosis.
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How many haploid daughter cells are produced from a single diploid parent cell in meiosis?
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