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Multiple ChoiceMore than one choice may apply.In terms of development, which of these pairs is mismatched?a. Vagina—penisb. Testis—ovaryc. Labia majora—scrotumd. Uterine tube—ductus deferens
27. The Reproductive System
Anatomy of the Male Reproductive System
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Which of the following is true about meiosis?
A
Meiosis produces cells that have a haploid chromosome number.
B
Meiosis involves only one cell division event.
C
Meiosis is how most cells in the body divide.
D
Meiosis leads to the production of genetically identical cells.
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Understand that meiosis is a type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in haploid cells. This is crucial for sexual reproduction.
Recognize that meiosis consists of two consecutive cell division events: Meiosis I and Meiosis II, which are necessary to reduce the chromosome number.
Differentiate between meiosis and mitosis: Meiosis is specific to the production of gametes (sperm and eggs), while mitosis is how most somatic (body) cells divide.
Acknowledge that meiosis results in four genetically diverse haploid cells, unlike mitosis, which results in two genetically identical diploid cells.
Conclude that the statement 'Meiosis produces cells that have a haploid chromosome number' is true, as it accurately describes the outcome of meiosis.
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