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ZOO 102 Basis of Categorization of Diversity of Animals Objective Question
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Meiosis is described as a 'reduction division' because:
Options
A It reduces the total number of cells in the body.
B It halves the chromosome number from diploid (2n) to haploid (n).
Correct Answer
C It reduces the size of the daughter cells compared to the parent.
D It slows down the rate of cell specialization.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Meiosis halves the chromosomes so gametes can fuse during fertilization. Choice A is incorrect as it actually increases the number of nuclei.

Hint

2n becomes n.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 102
Topic: Basis of Categorization of Diversity of Animals
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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