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Cristina Garcia
on Dec 21, 2024
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Meiosis is the:
A) process by which the body's cells duplicate themselves.
B) type of cell division that results in two genetically identical individuals.
C) process of division that results in cells with half the usual number of chromosomes.
D) process of division resulting in cells with twice the normal number of chromosomes.
Meiosis
A type of cell division that reduces the number of chromosomes in the parent cell by half, producing four gamete cells, fundamental for sexual reproduction.
Genetically Identical
Refers to organisms or cells that have exactly the same genetic material.
- Illustrate the functions and relevance of meiosis and mitosis in conveying genetic material and reproducing cells.
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Learning Objectives
- Illustrate the functions and relevance of meiosis and mitosis in conveying genetic material and reproducing cells.