12. Meiosis
Genetic Variation During Meiosis
Multiple Choice
Multiple ChoiceThe diploid number of chromosomes in a certain animal is 8 (2n = 8). How do the four pairs of homologous chromosomes align and separate during meiosis?
A
All of the maternal chromosomes always move to one pole, and all the paternal chromosomes always move to the other pole.
B
All 16 chromatids move together.
C
Exactly two maternal and two paternal chromosomes always move to each of the two poles.
D
The first to move influences all the others.
E
They align and assort independently to form any of 16 different combinations.
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