Unique Features of Meiosis

This tutorial will help you to understand the basic principles of genetic inheritance which are segregation and independent assortment of two alleles.

The principles of genetic inheritance are based on unique features of meiosis. Synapsis of homologous chromosomes and the separation of the homologous pairs during anaphase 1 cause the segregation of alleles. Crossing over and the random separation of chromosomes cause independent assortment.

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Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Intended Audience: Students

Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Adobe Flash Player

Keywords: meiosis, crossing over, homologous chromosomes, synapsis

Instructional Component Type(s): Tutorial

Resource Collection: Science - Biology - Grades 9-12 Existing Student Tutorials

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