Unit 16 · Reproduction

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Cambridge IGCSE Biology 0610 · 118 questions

Q28Reproduction

Which statement best describes Meiosis?

(a)A thread-like structure of DNA, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.

(b)A nucleus containing two sets of chromosomes, e.g. in body cells (46 in humans).

(c)An alternative form of a gene.

(d)Reduction division in which the chromosome number is halved from diploid to haploid, producing genetically different cells.

Correct answer: (d) Reduction division in which the chromosome number is halved from diploid to haploid, producing genetically different cells.

Explanation: Meiosis: Reduction division in which the chromosome number is halved from diploid to haploid, producing genetically different cells.

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