Genetics 8th Grade Quiz

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All about DNA, Chromosomes, Cancer, Mitosis, and Meiosis

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1.

Male cells and female cells are classifies as
- A.
  
  Yx,xx
- B.
  
  Xx,xx
- C.
  
  Xy,xx
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Xy,xx

Explanation
The correct answer is "xy,xx" because in humans, males have one X and one Y chromosome (xy), while females have two X chromosomes (xx). This combination of chromosomes determines the sex of an individual.

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2.

Sex cells are also known as
- A.
  
  Gametes
- B.
  
  Haploid
- C.
  
  Diploid
- D.
  
  Homologous
Correct Answer
A. Gametes

Explanation
Sex cells are referred to as gametes. Gametes are haploid cells that are involved in sexual reproduction. Haploid means that they contain only one set of chromosomes, in contrast to diploid cells which have two sets of chromosomes. Gametes are produced through a process called meiosis, where the number of chromosomes is halved. These specialized cells are responsible for the fusion of genetic material from two individuals during fertilization, resulting in the formation of a diploid zygote. Homologous refers to pairs of chromosomes that are similar in size, shape, and gene sequence, and is not synonymous with sex cells.

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3.

How many total cells are in the end of mitosis
- A.
  
  9
- B.
  
  4
- C.
  
  6
- D.
  
  2
Correct Answer
D. 2

Explanation
During mitosis, a single cell divides into two identical daughter cells. Therefore, at the end of mitosis, there are two total cells.

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4.

Chromosomes duplicate before mitosis and meiosis
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Chromosomes do indeed duplicate before both mitosis and meiosis. This duplication occurs during the S phase of the cell cycle, where the DNA in the chromosomes is replicated. This ensures that each daughter cell receives a complete set of chromosomes during cell division. Therefore, the statement "Chromosomes duplicate before mitosis and meiosis" is true.

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5.

What two stages are not part of mitosis?
- A.
  
  Cytokinesis
- B.
  
  Telophase
- C.
  
  Interphase
- D.
  
  Prophase
Correct Answer(s)
A. Cytokinesis
C. InterpHase

Explanation
Cytokinesis and Interphase are not part of mitosis. Cytokinesis is the process of dividing the cytoplasm and forming two separate daughter cells, which occurs after mitosis. Interphase is the stage where the cell prepares for division by growing, replicating its DNA, and carrying out normal cell functions. Mitosis consists of four stages: Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase, where the chromosomes condense, align at the center, separate, and the nuclear envelope reforms, respectively.

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6.

Genetically speaking, how are the daughter cells compared to the parent cell at the end of mitosis?
- A.
  
  Similar
- B.
  
  Identical
- C.
  
  Different
- D.
  
  Weird
Correct Answer
B. Identical

Explanation
During mitosis, the parent cell divides into two daughter cells. The daughter cells are genetically identical to each other and to the parent cell because they receive an exact copy of the parent cell's DNA. This is achieved through the replication and segregation of chromosomes during the cell division process. Therefore, the correct answer is "Identical."

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7.

What is DNA
- A.
  
  Double helix
- B.
  
  Stuff
- C.
  
  A self-replicating material present in nearly all living organisms
- D.
  
  Deoxyribonucleic acid
Correct Answer
C. A self-replicating material present in nearly all living organisms

Explanation
DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid, is a self-replicating material that is found in almost all living organisms. It is responsible for carrying the genetic information of an organism and plays a crucial role in the inheritance of traits from one generation to the next. The structure of DNA is a double helix, which allows it to store and transmit genetic information efficiently. This answer accurately describes the nature and function of DNA in living organisms.

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8.

How many chromosomes are in the end of mitosis?
- A.
  
  23
- B.
  
  53
- C.
  
  47
- D.
  
  46
Correct Answer
D. 46

Explanation
During mitosis, the cell undergoes division, resulting in two daughter cells that are genetically identical to the parent cell. Each daughter cell receives the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell. In humans, the normal diploid number of chromosomes is 46, which means that each daughter cell at the end of mitosis will also have 46 chromosomes.

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9.

How many chromosomes are there in the end meiosis
- A.
  
  23
- B.
  
  46
- C.
  
  25
- D.
  
  65
Correct Answer
A. 23

Explanation
In the process of meiosis, the number of chromosomes is halved. This means that the original number of chromosomes is reduced by half in each cell. Since humans have 46 chromosomes in their somatic cells, the correct answer is 23 chromosomes in the end of meiosis.

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10.

What is the name for sex cells like sperm and egg cells?
- A.
  
  Haploid
- B.
  
  Triploid
- C.
  
  Diploid
- D.
  
  Homologous
Correct Answer
A. Haploid

Explanation
Haploid is the correct answer because haploid refers to cells that contain a single set of chromosomes, which is characteristic of sex cells like sperm and egg cells. These cells are produced through a process called meiosis, where the number of chromosomes is halved. Haploid cells are important for sexual reproduction as they combine during fertilization to form a diploid zygote with a complete set of chromosomes.

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11.

What is the name of the starting cell in both mitosis and meiosis
- A.
  
  Haploid
- B.
  
  Diploid
- C.
  
  Somatic
- D.
  
  Homologous
Correct Answer
C. Somatic

Explanation
The name of the starting cell in both mitosis and meiosis is somatic. Somatic cells are the non-reproductive cells in an organism, and they undergo mitosis to produce two identical daughter cells. In meiosis, somatic cells undergo a specialized form of cell division to produce gametes, which are haploid cells. Therefore, somatic cells are the starting point for both mitosis and meiosis.

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12.

There are only somatic cells in Mitosis and not in meiosis
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
This statement is false. Both mitosis and meiosis involve the division of cells, but they differ in their purpose and the type of cells involved. Mitosis is the process by which somatic cells divide to produce two identical daughter cells. On the other hand, meiosis is the process of cell division that produces gametes (sperm and eggs) and involves two rounds of division, resulting in four non-identical daughter cells. Therefore, meiosis does involve somatic cells in addition to the production of gametes.

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13.

What are homologous cells?
- A.
  
  I don't know
- B.
  
  When the chromosomes are pulled apart
- C.
  
  When the chromosomes are in two different cells
- D.
  
  When the two chromosomes are in pairs lined up in the middle
Correct Answer
D. When the two chromosomes are in pairs lined up in the middle

Explanation
Homologous cells refer to the condition when the two chromosomes are in pairs lined up in the middle. This term is commonly used in genetics to describe the pairing of chromosomes during meiosis, where each chromosome aligns with its corresponding homologous chromosome. This pairing is essential for the exchange of genetic material and the formation of gametes.

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Genetics 8th Grade Quiz

Male cells and female cells are classifies as

Sex cells are also known as

How many total cells are in the end of mitosis

Chromosomes duplicate before mitosis and meiosis

What two stages are not part of mitosis?

Genetically speaking, how are the daughter cells compared to the parent cell at the end of mitosis?

What is DNA

How many chromosomes are in the end of mitosis?

How many chromosomes are there in the end meiosis

What is the name for sex cells like sperm and egg cells?

What is the name of the starting cell in both mitosis and meiosis

There are only somatic cells in Mitosis and not in meiosis

What are homologous cells?