Meiosis Flashcards
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also known as reduction division
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Meiosis
2
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consist of two homologous chromosomes, with a total of four sister chromatids
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Tetrad
3
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occurs when two molecules of DNA exchange pieces of their genetic material with each other.
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Recombination
4
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each chromosomes pairs up with, and binds to its corresponding homologous chromosome
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Synapsis
5
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a set of one maternal and one paternal chromosome that pair up with each other
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Homologous Chromosome
6
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creates cells that are destined to become gametes (or reproductive cells)
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Meiosis
7
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Recombination results for
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Genetic variety
