Prophase 1
homologous chromosomes pair up next to each other called a tetrad
Metaphase 1
independent assortment
Anaphase 1
homologous chromosomes separate and move to opposite poles of the cell
Notice sister chromatids stay attached
Telophase 1
The spindle breaks down
Both Prophases
Spindle forms and nuclear membrane breaks down
Metaphase 2
Chromosomes line up on equator
Anaphase 2
sister chromatids are pulled apart by the spindle fibers and move to opposite poles of the cell
Telophase 2
Chromosomes reach the poles and nuclear membrane reforms, spindle breaks down
Cytokinesis
Results in 4 new cells, each HAPLOID or “n”, each genetically unique.
Meiosis
the reproduction of of sex cells
Gametes
Sex cells are also known as
Haploid
Human gametes contain 23 chromosomes- Half the number needed- Called _______ and labeled “n”
Diploid
When sex cells combine at fertilization, the zygote contains 46 chromosomes which is the number needed in humans —- this is called _______ or “2n”
Homologous Chromosomes
same length, same centromere position, and they carry genes that control the same inherited traits.
Asexual Reproduction
An organism inherits ALL of its chromosomes for 1 parent
Offspring is genetically identical to its parent— NO VARIATION
Sexual Reproduction
Genetically unique cells
Beneficial genes multiply faster over time
Prophase 1
Each homologous chromosome has 2 sister chromatids
Prophase 1
Cross over occurs using tetrads which is CRITICAL to genetically unique sex cells (genetic recombination)
Prophase 1
Homologous chromosomes exchange genetic information
Telophase 1
2 new nuclei
The cell divides—- each now haploid
Metaphase 1
Chromosomes centromeres attach to spindle fibers
Metaphase 1
homologous chromosomes chromosomes line up on opposite sides of equator