Reproductive system Flashcards
Meiosis
The process of cell division and chromosome distribution during sexual reproduction
What is meiosis only involved with the development of?
Gametes
What are examples of gametes?
Ovum and spermatozoa
Mitosis
Involves cellular reproduction for the growth of new tissues and cells
What is the major difference between meiosis and mitosis?
Meiosis creates 4 haploid cells
Mitosis creates 2 diploid cells
Diploid cells
Contain the same amount of chromosomes as the parent cell
Reproduces via mitosis
Haploid cells
Contain only half of the chromosomes as the parent cell
Reproduces via meiosis
What phase does a haploid cell NOT undergo?
Interphase
The chromosomes in haploid cells are _____ rather than _____
Divided; Duplicated
What happens to the cells during conception?
Two haploid cells will fuse to become a diploid cell
What are all gametes (sex cells)?
Haploid cells that have been created by diploid cells
Chromosomes vs Chromatids
Chromosomes are the standard āSā shape
Chromosomes are made up of strands of chromatids
What is Centromere?
The junction between the chromatids
