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Set 3 Changes In Chromosome Number

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Question 1

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Meiosis in females

A) leads to the production of sperm.
B) only produces polar bodies.
C) has already completed by the time of her birth.
D) only completes if an oocyte is fertilized.
E) never completes.

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Question 2

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At the end of meiosis,the number of chromosomes in each daughter cell is _____ the number of chromosomes that were present in the original parent cell.

A) the same as
B) double
C) half
D) triple
E) four times

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Question 3

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Amniocentesis

A) involves removal of fluid and cells from around the fetus.
B) is usually used to determine if a female is pregnant.
C) is performed at or around the 12th week of pregnancy
D) involves a risk of about 1% for miscarriage
E) has a high risk for the mother's health.

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