Multiple Choice
The cell that enters meiosis is ______ with ______ set(s) of chromosomes.
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9. Mitosis and Meiosis
Meiosis
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During a single cell's passage through meiosis, how many times does a meiotic spindle form?
A
Three times
B
Once
C
Four times
D
Twice
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Understand that meiosis consists of two consecutive cell divisions: meiosis I and meiosis II.
Recall that the meiotic spindle is a structure that forms to separate chromosomes during cell division.
Recognize that a spindle forms once during meiosis I to separate homologous chromosomes.
Recognize that a second spindle forms during meiosis II to separate sister chromatids.
Conclude that the meiotic spindle forms twice during the entire process of meiosis.
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