Meiosis WB Quiz

Sexual reproduction increases genetic variation in a population.  Which is a way that meiosis and fertilization lead to genetic variation?

According to this diagram, the result of spermatogenesis is four sperm cells, each with

The following chart shows the number of 2n chromosomes in various organisms.

Which series lists the number of chromosomes in each gamete (sex cell) of a mosquito, corn, a human, and a dog?

Select ALL of the following that are differences between Meiosis I and Meiosis II (3 answers).

Select ALL of the following that are characteristics of meiosis (2 answers).

Meiotic cell division results in gametes that produce sperm and egg cells by

Select ALL of the following that are characteristics for Meiosis (4 answers).

During meiosis, homologous chromosomes line up next to each other.  In some cases, one arm of a chromatid crosses over the arm of another chromatid.  What is the result of this process?

Genetic variation can increase the pace of evolution.  Which would most likely increase genetic variation in a population?

Crossing-over contributes to the recombination of genetic material in offspring.  When does crossing-over happen during meiosis?

Which statement explains why approximately  half of an individual’s DNA sequence comes from each parent?

Which statement best explains the significance of meiosis in helping to maintain continuation of a species?

Which diagram below illustrates fertilization that would lead to development of a normal human female?

Meiosis is necessary for                                  reproduction to occur.

Which describes how meiosis helps maintain an organism’s chromosome number over generations?

Reproduction by meiosis causes each one of the four sex cells that result to have                                         combination of DNA.

Match the following definitions with their correct term.

Agricultural scientists develop a way to insert a third chromosome into the diploid body cells of a watermelon plant to create a seedless fruit.  How could this extra chromosome affect watermelon offspring?

Match the following descriptions of Meiosis 1 with their correct phase.

Match the following descriptions of Meiosis II with their correct phase.