Meiosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the process of meiosis?
A
sex cells, or gametes are formed.
2
Q
Purpose of meiosis?
A
Decreases amount of genetic material
Increases genetic diversity
3
Q
What will each gamete contain?
A
Same number of chromosomes
Same kind of chromosomes
Has a haploid # of chromosomes (n)
4
Q
What is the diploid symbol
A
2n
5
Q
How many pairs of homologous chromosomes do we have?
A
23 pairs
6
Q
What are homologous chromosomes
A
Genes in homologous chromosomes deal with the same traits.
7
Q
What is synapsis
A
Homologous pairs come together (form tetrad)
8
Q
Process of Homologous pairs of chromosomes move toward opposite poles
A
segregation
