wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Why meiosis and gametogenesis are interlinked?


Open in App
Solution

Meiosis and gametogenesis

  1. The creation of gametes is called gametogenesis.
  2. Meiosis is a cell division process that reduces the number of chromosomes, or DNA content, in the daughter cells by half.
  3. During syngamy, the DNA content of the offspring is restored by fusing male and female gametes.
  4. Gametogenesis happens through meiosis to produce haploid gametes in order to maintain a consistent chromosome number over generations.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
10
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Introduction to AP
BIOLOGY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon