Question

genetics is the science of heredity and variation. *
true
false
the cells produced by meiosis are all genetically alike. *
true
false
all animals have the same number of chromosomes. *
true
false
genetics makes it possible for organisms to pass their characteristics on to their offspring.
true
false

Explanation:

• Genetics studies heredity and variation, so the first statement is true.
• Meiosis results in genetically diverse cells due to crossing - over and independent assortment, so the second statement is false.
• Different animal species have different chromosome numbers, so the third statement is false.
• Genetics involves the transmission of traits from parents to offspring, so the fourth statement is true.

Answer:

1. True
2. False
3. False
4. True