Meiosis - Cell Division

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Meiosis is a form of nuclear division. This quiz tests the information learned from studying the notes and flashcard deck on Meiosis - Cell Division. It would appeal to anyone stuyding intermediate level biology.
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Question 1

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How many chromosomes are within the daughter nuclei after meiosis compared to the parent nuclei?
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  • The same amount
  • Half the amount
  • Double the amount

Question 2

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When meiosis occurs in a diploid cell, the daughter cells will be haploid.
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 3

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What criteria defines a gamete (sex) cell?
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  • If these cells are capable of joining with another haploid cell from the opposite sex
  • If these cells are capable of joining with another diploid cell

Question 4

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In what parts of the human body does meiosis occur?
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  • Ovaries
  • Kidneys
  • Testes
  • Liver

Question 5

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How many chromosomes are in egg and sperm cells?
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  • 23
  • 46
  • 12

Question 6

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Name the two basic functions meiosis has for mammals?
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  • Allows sexual reproduction
  • Allows for controlled cell division
  • Allows for variation

Question 7

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In sexual reproduction, two gamete cells fuse to form a ______________?
Answer
  • Zygote
  • Nucleus
  • Baby

Question 8

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Fertilisation restores the chromosome number back to 23
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 9

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The cells that arise from meiosis are identical
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 10

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The genes on chromosomes after meiosis are different
Answer
  • True
  • False
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