February 18, 2009

Meiosis

Compare and contrast the following:
1. Haploid and diploid
2. Gamete and Somatic cell
3. Mitosis and Meiosis
4. Autosome and Sex Chromosome

In class this week we:
- Discussed the nature of chromosomes: type, number and function
- Discussed the process of meiosis in sexually reproducing organisms: Meiosis I and Meiosis II

Homework due Friday:
Chapter 11.4 reading and review questions

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