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Meiosis

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Cellular ReproductionPlay
Meiosis is crucial for sexual reproduction in many organisms, including humans, plants, and fungi. SlideEvery human began as a single cell, which was the result of meiosis.
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Half ChromosomesPlay
In meiosis, the chromosome number is halved, which is essential for maintaining the species' chromosome count across generations. SlideIn biology class, we learned how meiosis creates sperm and egg cells with half the usual number of chromosomes.
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Two RoundsPlay
Meiosis involves two divisions, creatively named Meiosis I and Meiosis II, each contributing to genetic diversity. SlideMeiosis II follows Meiosis I to complete the process of gamete formation.