Question

2. Which of the following statements about meiosis is incorrect?

O Meiosis results in four genetically identical cells
O Errors can occur during various stages of meiosis resulting in mutations
O Meiosis results in the formation of sex cells with the same number of chromosomes as their parent cell
ODuring meiosis chromosomes "cross over", or exchange parts which increases genetic variation.

Answer 1

Answer: The incorrect statement is: "Meiosis results in four genetically identical cells."

Step-by-step explanation:

This statement is not accurate. Meiosis results in the formation of four genetically distinct, haploid cells, each with a unique combination of genetic information due to recombination and an independent assortment of chromosomes. This process is essential for genetic diversity and the production of sex cells (sperm and egg) with half the chromosome number of the parent cell.