Meiosis

Question 1

Meiosis

Answer 1

process by which gametes are made
– parent cell is diploid and makes 4 genetically distinct haploid cells

Question 2

Prophase I

Answer 2

– synapsis: an association of 4 chromatids that keeps them together
– crossing over: exchange of genetic material between non-sister chromatids

Question 3

Metaphase I

Answer 3

– homologous pairs align independently in the middle of the cell
– independent assortment increases genetic diversity

Question 4

Anaphase I

Answer 4

homologous chromosomes seperate

Question 5

Telophase I

Answer 5

daughter cells have one chromosome from each homologous pair

Question 6

Interkinesis

Answer 6

time between meiosis I and meiosis II; chromosomes still have 2 chromatids

Question 7

Prophase II

Answer 7

cells have one chromosome from each homologous pair

Question 8

Metaphase II

Answer 8

chromosomes align at the metaphasal plate

Question 9

Anaphase II

Answer 9

daughter chromosomes move toward the poles

Question 10

Telophase II

Answer 10

spindle disappears, nuclei form, and cytokinesis takes place