Multiple Choice
Meiosis results in a change in chromosome number indicated by which of the following?
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12. Meiosis
Introduction to Meiosis
Multiple Choice
In Meiosis II, ________ cells are divided into 4 ___________ daughter cells.
A
Diploid; Haploid.
B
Haploid; Diploid.
C
Haploid; Haploid.
D
Diploid; Diploid.
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Understand that meiosis is a type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in the production of gametes or spores.
Recall that meiosis consists of two stages: Meiosis I and Meiosis II. Meiosis I is the reductional division where homologous chromosomes are separated, resulting in two haploid cells.
In Meiosis II, the two haploid cells produced from Meiosis I undergo a second division. This division is similar to mitosis, where the sister chromatids are separated.
Recognize that Meiosis II does not change the ploidy level of the cells. The cells remain haploid because they started as haploid after Meiosis I.
Conclude that Meiosis II results in four haploid daughter cells, each with a single set of chromosomes, which is essential for sexual reproduction.
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