Meiosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is a zygote?
A
The result of the fusion of two haploid gametes
2
Q
What is independent assortment?
A
Gregor Mendel’s law that states that when genes are inherited, they are inherited independent of each other
3
Q
What is asexual and sexual reproduction?
A
Asexual reproduction: offspring are created from one parent (black worms)
Sexual reproduction: offspring are created from the combination of genes from multiple parents
4
Q
What is a tetrad?
A
Forms during prophase of meiosis (set of 4 cells after 1st split)
5
Q
What is a gamete?
A
A male or female haploid cell that is ready to unit with another to create a zygote
