Question

Chromosome number is reduced during meiosis because the process consists of

(a) two cell divisions without any chromosome replication

(b) a single cell division without any chromosome replication

(c) two cell divisions in which half of the chromosomes are destroyed

(d) two cell divisions and only a single round of chromosome replication.

Answer 1

The correct option is: (d)

Explanation:

In the first meiotic division or heterotypic division. the reduction of chromosome number occurs resulting in the formation of two haploid cells. The second meiotic division is homotypic division.