Which statement does not accurately describe what occurs during the process of meiosis?

Question

Responses
A All stages of meiosis follow DNA replication.All stages of meiosis follow DNA replication.
B Meiosis produces gametes with the haploid chromosome number.Meiosis produces gametes with the haploid chromosome number.
C Meiosis produces four identical gametes, either egg or sperm.Meiosis produces four identical gametes, either egg or sperm.
D Genetic variation among sexually reproducing organisms is enhanced by meiosis.Genetic variation among sexually reproducing organisms is enhanced by meiosis.
Question 2
Meiosis and sexual reproduction are, in large part, responsible for genetic variation within a population. Meiosis supports genetic variation in several ways. All BUT ONE applies to meiosis, sexual reproduction and genetic variation.
Responses
A Meiosis is preceded by DNA replication of chromosomes in the nucleus of the mother cell.Meiosis is preceded by DNA replication of chromosomes in the nucleus of the mother cell.
B As seen in the diagram, during meiosis crossing over, or swapping of DNA segments, may occur.As seen in the diagram, during meiosis crossing over, or swapping of DNA segments, may occur.
C During fertilization each parent randomly contributes a unique set of chromosomes to the zygote.During fertilization each parent randomly contributes a unique set of chromosomes to the zygote.
D Because of recombination and independent assortment during meiosis, each of the four gametes contains a different set of DNA.Because of recombination and independent assortment during meiosis, each of the four gametes contains a different set of DNA.

Answer 1

For your first question, the statement that does not accurately describe what occurs during the process of meiosis is:

C: Meiosis produces four identical gametes, either egg or sperm.

This statement is incorrect because meiosis produces four genetically distinct gametes due to processes like crossing over and independent assortment.

For your second question, the statement that does not apply to meiosis, sexual reproduction, and genetic variation is:

A: Meiosis is preceded by DNA replication of chromosomes in the nucleus of the mother cell.

While DNA replication does occur before meiosis (during the S phase of interphase), this statement is more of a description of the cell cycle rather than a direct mechanism that enhances genetic variation. The other options involve processes that directly contribute to genetic variation.