To simulate Prophase of Meiosis I - Synapsis and
Crossing Over:
1. Homologous chromosomes come together and
synapse along their entire length. This
pairing (synapsis) of homologous chromosomes represents the first
big difference between mitosis and meiosis. This pairing will
produce two tetrads, each consisting of four
chromatids. Entwine the two chromosomes to simulate synapsis.
2. To simulate crossing over, start with your
long tetrad and transfer the circles on the red chromatid at the
fourth bead or “gene” to...
need to know both answers to A and B
A. Outline the stages of meiosis(showing crossing over,
recombination of DNA, etc.)
B. what is the function of meiosis?
Comparing nuclear and chromosomal activities in mitosis and
meiosis
Mitosis
Meiosis
Synapsis
Crossing over
When centromeres separate
Chromosome structure and movement during
anaphase
Number of divisions
Number of chromosomes in daughter cells
Genetic similarity of daughter cells to parent
cells
Explain in detail the process of meiosis including the significance
of tetrad formation, crossing over, and the Law of Independent
Assortment in maintaining chromosome number and genetic
variability. Explain the key features that make it different from
mitosis.
4. During what phase of meiosis does crossing-over occur? Give a
reason why it cannot occur during the following phase (the
phase immediately after the phase you chose for the first part of
your answer).
1. Describe the processes of synapsis and crossing-over and
explain when these processes occur within meiosis.
2. Describe how chromosomal variation is an advantage to
sexually reproducing organisms.