Answer to Question #175718 in Genetics for John

Question

Using mainly labelled diagrams, (and some explanation) describe the sequence of events in the process of Meiosis in eukaryotic cells.

Indicate clearly where the opportunities arise in meiosis for genetic variation and outline and illustrate briefly how this happens

Answer 1

Meiosis can only occur in eukaryotic organisms. It is preceded by interphase, specifically the G phase of interphase. Both Meiosis I and II have the same number and arrangement of phases: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase. Both produce two daughter cells from each parent cell.