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Nondisjunction during meiosis I results in:

Answer: Gametes with both homologs or neither (n+1 and n-1).

  • A One extra chromosome appearing in both resulting gametes
  • B Gametes with both homologs or neither (n+1 and n-1)
  • C Largely normal gametes with the correct chromosome number
  • D Mainly a single chromosome remaining per resulting cell

Correct answer: B. Gametes with both homologs or neither (n+1 and n-1)

Explanation: Nondisjunction at Meiosis I: both homologs go to same cell. Results in n+1 and n-1 gametes. Leads to monosomy or trisomy.

The Cell CycleG1SG2M (Mitosis)G1+S+G2 = Interphase (the longest part of the cycle, where the cell spends most of its time)

The cell cycle: G1 (growth and preparation), S (DNA replication, chromosome number stays 2n but DNA content doubles), G2 (final checks before division), and M (mitosis itself) - together, G1+S+G2 make up interphase.

Concept context

Mitosis and meiosis: how cells divide for growth, repair, and reproduction.

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