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Meiosis
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How many cells are formed from one cell during meiosis?

Four non-identical cells

Where in the body does meiosis occur?

In reproductive organs

What type of cells does meiosis produce?

Gametes

How many chromosomes does each gamete contain?

23

What is the first step in meiosis?

Cell makes copies of chromosomes

How many chromosomes are in each cell after the first division in meiosis?

46

How many chromosomes are in each cell after the second division in meiosis?

23

Are the four cells produced by meiosis genetically identical or different?

All genetically different

Why are gametes genetically different from each other?

Chromosomes are shuffled

How many chromosomes does the cell have after fertilisation?

46

What type of division occurs after fertilisation?

Mitosis

What is the process called when cells begin to take on different roles?

Differentiation

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