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Unit 5: Heredity

AP Biology — Note Packet

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Key Terms

Meiosis

Process producing genetically (distinct) gametes with half the number of chromosomes.

Gametes

Specialized (sex) cells (sperm and egg) that are genetically distinct.

Diploid

A cell containing (two) sets of chromosomes, one from each parent.

Haploid

A cell containing only (one) set of chromosomes.

Crossing over

Exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes during (Prophase) I.

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