Test 4--meiosis websites
Biology
Meiosis is the division of cells used to create gametes (sperm and egg). Below are listed web sites that will help you to understand this process.
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This web site has clear pictures of meiosis, accompanied by well written descriptions. (***)
http://www.lewport.wnyric.org/jwanamaker/animations/meiosis.html
Nova: How Cells Divide. This web site shows a comparison of meiosis and mitosis. Although the pictures aren't as close up, it shows how and when the stages differ to create different results. (****)
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/baby/divi_flash.html
Cells Alive. On this web site, you may move through the process at your own pace. It has clear pictures. (***)
http://www.cellsalive.com/meiosis.htm
Brief clip regarding activities during meiosis. Very short. (**)
http://www.stolaf.edu/people/giannini/flashanimat/celldivision/meiosis.swf
Shows stages of meiosis with clear, advanced descriptions. Keep taking the quiz at the end until you get 100%.
http://www.csuchico.edu/~jbell/Biol207/animations/meiosis.html