Question

In what ways does meiosis generate genetic variation?

Answer 1

Variation through meiosis:

1. Meiosis is that cell division that takes place in germ cells.
2. It generates genetic variation in the offspring.
3. During meiosis I, the random orientation of the maternal and paternal chromosomes can lead to variation.
4. The exchange of genetic information between homologous chromosomes also induces variation.
5. The random orientation of sister chromatids in meiosis II also generates genetic variation.