Phases
What is the first phase in Meiosis?
Metaphase 1
How many chromosomes are present at the start of meiosis one
46
What is a gamete cell?
A sperm or egg cell
What action do the Homologous pairs do in Prophase 1?
Crossing over
How many sets of chromosomes do diploid cells have
two sets
2n
What is a Diploid cell?
A body cell
What DOES NOT happen to the DNA between Meiosis 1 and Meiosis 2?
DNA does not duplicate
How many sets of chromosomes are present in haploid cells
one set
n
What is a haploid cell?
A gamete, egg, sperm
What happens in Metaphase 1?
Chromosome pairs line up in the middle of the cell
How many chromosomes are present after meiosis one
46
How many TOTAL phases are there in Meiosis?
10 Phases
What is the final result of Meiosis 1 and 2?
4 NON identical cells
Why is it important for chromosomes to line up in homologous pairs?
This has to happen so genes aren't lost or traded for different genes
What is a germline cell?
Diploid cells that will undergo meiosis to form haploid gamete cells