LooseLeaf for Human Anatomy
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ISBN: 9781259285271
Author: Michael McKinley Dr., Valerie O'Loughlin, Elizabeth Pennefather-O'Brien
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 3, Problem 6MC
An abnormal number of chromosomes in a cell following meiosis occurs as a result of
| a. | synapsis |
| b. | nondisjunction. |
| c. | crossing over. |
| d. | reduction division. |
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The product of meiosis describes the following, except:
A. Produces somatic cells
B.Genetically distinct from each other.
C.Four haploid cells
D. Produces gametes
a. What phase of meiosis is this cell undergoing?
b. Identify the 3 things that are incorrect in terms of this cells structure and organization?
c. Would this cell produce viable gametes? Why or why not.
When does synapsis between homologous chromosomes occur?
A. prophase I of meiosis
B. prophase II of meiosis
C. prophase of mitosis
D. metaphase of mitosis
Chapter 3 Solutions
LooseLeaf for Human Anatomy
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