Meiosis, Diploid, Haploid, Gametes, Fertilization, Interkinesis, Zygote

Chapter 5--Meiosis--Reading Comprehension Questions pgs 89-96

1. Define the following terms:

· Meiosis  

· Diploid  

· Haploid  

· Gametes 

· Fertilization  

· Interkinesis  

· Zygote  

· Spermatogenesis  

· Oogenesis  

· Sperm 

· Polar body  

· Egg  

2. What is the purpose of meiosis?  

3. Explain what is meant by the term homologous chromosomes.  

4. Describe the events of meiosis.  

5. Explain why there are 2 divisions of meiosis.  

6. Why is DNA not replicated between meiosis I and meiosis II?  

7. Explain how crossing over and independent assortment introduce genetic variation.

8. Compare and contrast mitosis and meiosis.  

9. Explain the process of gamete production in both males and females.  

10. From an evolutionary standpoint, why is sexual reproduction advantageous for the continuation of a species?