Section: Module 3: Lesson 3: Meiosis | Biology | NextGenU.org

  • Learning Objectives:
    • Describe the behavior of chromosomes during meiosis, cellular events during meiosis, the differences between meiosis and mitosis, and the mechanisms within meiosis that generate genetic variation among the products of meiosis.
    • Explain that meiosis and sexual reproduction are evolved traits, variation among offspring as a potential evolutionary advantage to sexual reproduction, the three different life-cycle types among sexual multicellular organisms, and their commonalities.
    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 36 minutes.

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    • Required Learning Resources and Activities
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      Rice University - 2016

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      Rice University - 2016