Senior Secondary · 11-12 · Biology

Cell Division & Genetics Basics

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What is the process of cell division that produces two genetically identical daughter cells, used for growth and repair?

Mitosis

What is the process of cell division that produces four genetically different sex cells (gametes) with half the chromosome number?

Meiosis

How many chromosomes are in a normal human body (somatic) cell?

46 (23 pairs)

How many chromosomes are in a human gamete (sperm or egg cell)?

23

In a Punnett square cross between two heterozygous parents (Aa × Aa), what fraction of offspring are expected to show the recessive phenotype?

1/4 (25%)

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