Cell Cycle Phases

Question 1

Mitosis vs. Meiosis

Answer 1

mitosis results in diploid daughter cells, while meiosis results in haploid cells to produce gametes

Question 2

Meiosis I vs. Meiosis II

Answer 2

Meiosis I results in 2 haploid cells, each with 23 chromosomes consisting of 2 sister chromatids per chromosome. In the male, the sister chromatids are split into 4 gametes during meiosis II. For females, meiosis I results in a secondary oocyte (a gamete) and a polar body. Penetration of the secondary oocyte by a sperm brings on anaphase II. Telophase II produces a zygote and a second polar body.