Multiple Choice
In prophase II of meiosis, which event occurs?
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9. Mitosis and Meiosis
Meiosis
Multiple Choice
What type of cells does meiosis produce?
A
Haploid gametes (sex cells) with half the chromosome number of the parent cell
B
Diploid somatic cells genetically identical to the parent cell
C
Polyploid cells with increased chromosome number compared to the parent cell
D
Two diploid daughter cells produced for growth and tissue repair
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand the purpose of meiosis: Meiosis is a type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half to produce cells used in sexual reproduction.
Recall the chromosome number in parent cells before meiosis: Parent cells are typically diploid, meaning they have two sets of chromosomes (one from each parent).
Recognize the outcome of meiosis: Meiosis produces cells that have half the chromosome number of the original diploid cell, which are called haploid cells.
Identify the type of cells produced: These haploid cells are gametes (sex cells), such as sperm and egg cells, which combine during fertilization to restore the diploid number.
Contrast meiosis with mitosis: Unlike mitosis, which produces diploid somatic cells genetically identical to the parent, meiosis results in haploid gametes with genetic variation.
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