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Humans are a diploid species what does this say about their chromosomes?
They have homologous chromosomes
What term means having homologous pairs of chromosomes?
diploid
Chromosomes come in pairs known as what?
Homologous chromosomes
What best describes chromosomes that contain genes for the same characteristics?
Chromosomes that contain genes for the same characteristics are called homologous chromosomes. They carry similar genetic information, one inherited from each parent, and play a key role in genetic inheritance and variation. During meiosis, homologous chromosomes undergo recombination, contributing to genetic diversity.
What are the matching pairs of chromosomes in the diploid cell called?
They are called homologous chromosomes (but can also be referred to as homologues or homologs).
Are sex chromosomes homologous in humans?
Yes, sex chromosomes are homologous in humans.
Which type of chromosomes contain the same genes in the same location?
Homologous chromosomes contain the same genes in the same location. They are pairs of chromosomes—one inherited from each parent—that carry the same gene sequence. Homologous chromosomes are essential for genetic diversity and inheritance.
Are homologous chromosomes present in both mitosis and meiosis?
Yes, homologous chromosomes are present in both mitosis and meiosis. In mitosis, homologous chromosomes do not pair up, while in meiosis, homologous chromosomes pair up during prophase I.
Two chromosomes in a nucleus that carry genes for the same traits in the same places but specify different versions of the same traits are called?
Homologous Chromosomes.
What is a result if a species have homologous chromosomes?
If a species has homologous chromosomes, it means that they have pairs of chromosomes with similar genes in the same order. This can facilitate genetic diversity through processes like crossing over during meiosis. Homologous chromosomes are essential for genetic variation and proper segregation of genetic material during cell division.
What are two sets of chromosomes that code for the same trait called?
Homologous chromosomes.
What are chromosomes that have the same length and carry genes for the same traits?
Homologous chromosomes are chromosomes that have the same length and carry genes for the same traits. One homologous chromosome is inherited from each parent. During meiosis, homologous chromosomes pair up, allowing for genetic material to be exchanged between them.
