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erastova [34]
3 years ago
11

What is the main function of meiosis?

Biology
2 answers:
Elza [17]3 years ago
6 0
This process is found in the sperm and egg cells. In this process, the chromosome number is divided in half. Having half if the chromosome number allows for genetic variation.
soldi70 [24.7K]3 years ago
4 0

1. Reduces the chromosome number from diploid to haploid

2. Ensures that each of the 4 gametes has a complete set of chromosomes

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