Question

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Give a specific scientific term for each of the following.
Process of cell division by which the chromosome number is halved.

Answer 1

Meiosis is also known as the reductional divisions. To maintain the diploid number in the organism the cells in the gonads undergo meiosis to form haploid gametes. These fuse during fertilisation and restore the diploid number.

So, the correct scientific term is 'meiosis'.