Meiosis Flashcards
1
Q
What are meiotic cells called? (Sperm cell, Egg cell)
A
Gametes
2
Q
How many chromosomes are in each gamete cell?
A
23
3
Q
We know mitosis divides chromosomes 1 time, how many times does meiosis divide?
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2
4
Q
What occurs during prophase 1?
A
Homologous chromosomes cross and swap certain genes and genetic info.
5
Q
What occurs in Metaphase 1?
A
These homologous chromosomes align at the equator but in a way that still allows the pairs to be together like in prophase 1.
6
Q
What occurs during Anaphase 1?
A
Pulls the chromosomes apart, not individually but by the pairs
7
Q
What happens in telophase 1?
A
Cell divides into different cells.
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