Biology Topic Practice
The Process of Meiosis
Cells in reproductive organs divide by meiosis to form gametes (sperm and eggs).
How many daughter cells are produced in meiosis?
What is The Process of Meiosis?
"Meiosis is a specialized type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, creating four haploid cells."
Question 1
What is the role of meiosis in humans?
Question 2
What is the role of meiosis in humans?
Question 3
Why must gametes be haploid?
Cell Division Steps
Copies of the genetic information are made.
The cell divides twice to form four gametes, each with a single set of chromosomes.
All four gametes are genetically different from each other and the parent.
Exam Tip
Meiosis results in "haploid" cells (half the DNA), whereas mitosis results in "diploid" cells (full DNA).
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