Cell Division Flashcards
1
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Gametogenesis
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The formation of sex cells
2
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Spermatogenesis
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The formation of (male) sex cells
3
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Oogenesis
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The formation of (female) sex cells
4
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Meiosis
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The type of cell division that forms sex cells or gametes. Takes place in the gonads.
5
Q
Mitosis
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The division of genetic material
6
Q
Tetrad
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An equal division of cytoplasm. (Four equal sperms created)
7
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Ootid
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The largest of the four (female) gametes created
8
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Spermatid
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The haploid male gametid. Contains only half of the genetic material present in the original primary spermatocyte.
