Meiosis.docx

Meiosis Meiosis is the division of a diploid nucleus producing four haploid genetically different nuclei. (3) Functions - Gamete formation: Production of sperm and egg cells in humans - Pollen grain formation: Spore formation in flowering plants - Maintains diploid number: Ensures that gametes are...

Meiosis Meiosis is the division of a diploid nucleus producing four haploid genetically different nuclei. (3) Functions - Gamete formation: Production of sperm and egg cells in humans - Pollen grain formation: Spore formation in flowering plants - Maintains diploid number: Ensures that gametes are haploid so that when they fuse to form a zygote it will have the correct number of chromosomes