The Second Meiotic Division of Meiosis

question 214

Multiple Choice

The second meiotic division of meiosis

• A) returns the chromosome number to diploid before fertilization.
• B) allows for crossing over and random distribution of chromosomes.
• C) reduces cell size by dividing the cytoplasm in half.
• D) prevents chromosome copies from doubling at each fertilization.
• E) is a step required for fertilization to take place.

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Definitions:

Gluteus Maximus

The largest and most superficial of the three gluteal muscles, responsible for the shape of the buttocks and movement of the hip and thigh.

Biceps Femoris

A muscle of the thigh that is part of the hamstrings, involved in knee flexion and thigh extension.

Quadriceps Group

A muscle group located in the front of the thigh, consisting of four muscles that extend the knee and provide leg extension.

Biceps Femoris

A muscle of the thigh located at the back of the leg, part of the hamstring group, involved in knee flexion and hip extension.