Multiple Choice
Which reproductive strategy results in greater genetic variation among the offspring?
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12. Meiosis
Genetic Variation During Meiosis
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Independent alignment creates genetic variation. This is associated with which stage of meiosis?
A
Metaphase I
B
Anaphase I
C
Prophase I
D
Telophase I
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Understand the concept of independent alignment: During meiosis, homologous chromosomes are aligned independently of each other, which contributes to genetic variation.
Identify the stage of meiosis where independent alignment occurs: Meiosis consists of two main stages, Meiosis I and Meiosis II, each with several phases.
Focus on Meiosis I: This is the stage where homologous chromosomes are separated, and genetic variation is introduced.
Examine the phases of Meiosis I: These include Prophase I, Metaphase I, Anaphase I, and Telophase I.
Determine the phase associated with independent alignment: Independent alignment occurs during Metaphase I, where homologous chromosomes line up at the metaphase plate independently of each other.
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