Meiosis II
Haploid cells are dividing mitotically in the second stage of Meiosis. There are four haploid cells produced. Just like the first meiotic division, this one is called homotypic and it does not involve exchanging genetic material or cutting down chromosome numbers. The above given meiosis diagram shows these steps clearly.
Prophase II
- Centrioles divide into two pairs.
- The pairs move to the opposite poles and the nuclear membrane disappears.
Metaphase II
- Chromosomes are aligned with the cell equator by spindle fibers.
- Centromeres split up to form a pair of daughters’ chromosomes.
- Each chromosome’s centromere is attached by fibers of the Spindle.
Anaphase II
- Daughter chromosomes move to opposite poles.
- The microtubules of chromosomes are shortening and those of Interzonal Microtubules are tightening.
Telophase II
- Chromatids are transformed into chromosomes and shift to the opposing poles.
- The nuclear envelope is composed of the endoplasmic reticulum.
- The nucleolus arises as a result of ribosomal RNA synthesis.
Cytokinesis II
- The cytoplasm divides and produces four of its daughter cells, similar to cytokinesis I.
Diagram of Meiosis
The diagram of meiosis helps us understand the process of cell division and the formation of gametes (sex cells) with half the number of chromosomes as the parent cell. The diagram of meiosis class 9 is an important question that is often asked in examinations. The meiosis diagram with explanation is given here.
The labelled simple diagram of meiosis is given below:
Table of Content
- What is Meiosis?
- Meiosis Stages
- Interphase
- Meiosis I
- Meiosis II
- Conclusion – Diagram of Meiosis
- Related Diagram Article Links
- FAQs on Meiosis Diagram