Question : Differentiate between Zygotic meiosis and gametic meiosis

1.	Question : Differentiate between Zygotic meiosis and gametic meiosis
Answer» SOLUTION :Before SEXUAL reproduction, chromosome number must be halved. In some protists, this is achieved by meiotic division of the zygote nucleus (zygotic meiosis) resulting in haploid stage. In others, the zygotic nucleus DIVIDES mitotically and the resulting cells FORM a diploid phase, which later PRODUCES cells capable of meiotic division (gametic meiosis). Thus, zygotic meiosis occurs in zygote, i.e., the zygote nucleus divides meiotically to produce haploid individuals. On the other hand, gametic meiosis occurs in diploid individuals to form haploid gametes.

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