Mitosis Vs Meisos Flashcards
1
Q
Homologous chromosomes carry the same genes but they are NOT genetically identical. Why?
A
They can have different alleles
2
Q
In the small intestine, some cells had 8.4 units of DNA others had 4.2
Why did some cells have 8.4 and some have 4.2?
A
8.4 - DNA has just been replicated, and are in late interphase, prophase,metaphase and anaphase
4.2 - cell has just divided in telophase, DNA not replicated
3
Q
What is the significance of females producing haploid eggs?
A
Provides GENETIC variation
So the diploid number is restored in the zygote
