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Meiosis, Sexual Reproduction Flashcards

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Homologous

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A pair of chromosomes having the same gene sequences each derived from one parent.

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Meiosis

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Reduction division
Formation of gametes
Occurs in gonads

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A bivalent pair

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A pair of associated homologous chromosomes held together by a protein complex after chromosome replication

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Crossing over

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Happens during prophase 1

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Independent assortment

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Occurs during metaphase 1

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Chiasma

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Point of when crossing over occurs

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Double fertilisation

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Fusing of male gametes with egg cell and polar nuclei. Exclusive to plants

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