Meiosis and Chromosomal Segregation Quiz

Test your knowledge of genetics with questions on meiosis phases, chromosome behavior, and genetic variation. Learn about crossing over, gamete formation, and more!

#1

During which phase of meiosis do homologous chromosomes separate?

Prophase I
Metaphase I
Anaphase I
Telophase I
#2

How many daughter cells are produced at the end of meiosis?

2
3
4
6
#3

During which phase of meiosis do the chromosomes become visible under a light microscope?

Prophase I
Metaphase I
Anaphase I
Telophase I
#4

What is the term for a cell that contains only one set of chromosomes?

Diploid
Haploid
Triploid
Tetraploid
#5

What is the term for the point at which two chromatids are attached in a chromosome?

Centromere
Telomere
Chiasma
Kinetochore
#6

Which of the following events occurs during prophase I of meiosis?

Sister chromatids separate
Homologous chromosomes line up at the equator
Crossing over between homologous chromosomes
Homologous chromosomes separate
#7

What is the purpose of crossing over during meiosis?

To increase genetic variation
To ensure proper alignment of chromosomes
To produce haploid cells
To separate sister chromatids
#8

What is the term for the exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes during meiosis?

Independent assortment
Somatic recombination
Crossing over
Chiasmata formation
#9

What is the significance of meiosis in sexual reproduction?

To produce genetically identical offspring
To reduce the chromosome number by half
To increase the chromosome number
To produce haploid gametes
#10

Which of the following events occurs during metaphase II of meiosis?

Homologous chromosomes line up at the equator
Sister chromatids separate
Crossing over between homologous chromosomes
Homologous chromosomes separate
#11

In which phase of meiosis do the centromeres of sister chromatids finally separate?

Anaphase I
Telophase I
Anaphase II
Telophase II
#12

What is the ploidy level of the daughter cells produced at the end of meiosis II?

Haploid
Diploid
Triploid
Tetraploid
#13

What is the main difference between anaphase I and anaphase II of meiosis?

Anaphase I separates homologous chromosomes, while anaphase II separates sister chromatids.
Anaphase I separates sister chromatids, while anaphase II separates homologous chromosomes.
Anaphase I and II are identical and do not have any differences.
Anaphase I and II both separate homologous chromosomes.
#14

Which of the following events does NOT occur during meiosis I?

Synapsis of homologous chromosomes
Separation of sister chromatids
Crossing over
Reduction of chromosome number by half
#15

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of meiosis?

Reduction division
Formation of haploid cells
Homologous chromosomes separate
Chromosome replication occurs twice

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