Meiosis (Unit 2B) Flashcards

1

What happens before meiosis begins?

2

Homologous chromosomes contain the same genes but may have different versions of them.

3

If a diploid cell of a dog contains 78 chromosomes, how many would a haploid cell contain?

4

There are usually 46 chromosomes in a human ____ cell.

5

How does mitosis differ from meiosis?

6

Which phase of meiosis is shown in the image below?

7

During which phase of meiosis does crossing over occur?

8

All cells in your body undergo the process of meiosis.

9

When does independent assortment occur?

10

Which of the following processes contribute to genetic variation?

11

Gametes always carry only 1 copy of each chromosome.

12

What is the end result of meiosis?

13

What is it called when genes are exchanged between homologous chromosomes?

Meiosis (Unit 2B)