Meiosis Involves the Creation of Haploid Cells from Diploid Cells

question 32

Multiple Choice

Meiosis involves the creation of haploid cells from diploid cells. The haploid chromosome number is created when

• A) the S phase of the cell cycle is bypassed during meiotic interphase.
• B) homologous chromosomes separate.
• C) ova and sperm go through their respective maturation processes.
• D) sister chromatids separate.

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