Slide 1 DIPLOID Diploid = 2(n) In humans: n=23 chromosomes 2(n)= 46 total chromosomes 2 sets of each chromosomes Somatic cells are diploid Body Cells (nerve, muscle, bone,…

Cell division Cell division Chromosomes Made of DNA Carries cell genetic information 23 pair Differs for different organisms fruit fly: 8 Carrot: 18 chromosomes Before a…

Meiosis Meiosis Sex Cells Gametes (germ cells) Eggs and Sperm Somatic Cells All other cells Types of Human Cells Autosomes – same number in males and females Sex Chromosomes…

Meiosis Meiosis Sex Cells Gametes (germ cells) Eggs and Sperm Somatic Cells All other cells Types of Human Cells Questions: 1, 2, 3, 4 Autosomes â same number in males and…

Meiosis Meiosis Sex Cells Gametes (germ cells) Eggs and Sperm Somatic Cells All other cells Types of Human Cells Autosomes – same number in males and females Sex Chromosomes…

10.1 Meiosis Learning Targets: Describe chromosomes in the phases of meiosis. Outline chiasmata in crossing over. Explain how meiosis results in genetic variety. What are…