Meiosis Explained: Crossing Over, Independent Assortment & Genetic Variation AP Biology & IB Biology

Meiosis Explained: Crossing Over, Independent Assortment & Genetic Variation AP Biology & IB Biology

Dr. Bee's Biology Study Guides on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B0FTL1F76G Unlock the secrets of meiosis, the process that creates gametes and drives genetic variation in all sexually reproducing organisms. In this AP Biology & IB Biology-focused tutorial, we break down crossing over, independent assortment, and each phase of meiosis with clear visuals, diagrams, and gently humorous explanations to help the concepts finally make sense. This video covers: ✔ What meiosis is and why it matters ✔ Diploid vs haploid cells ✔ Meiosis I & Meiosis II explained ✔ Crossing over (Prophase I) ✔ Independent assortment (Metaphase I) ✔ Anaphase I & II, Telophase, and cytokinesis ✔ How meiosis creates genetic diversity ✔ Mitosis vs meiosis comparisons (frequent exam questions!) ✔ Exam-focused tips for AP Bio and IB Biology Whether you're preparing for the AP Biology exam, IB DP Biology (SL or HL), or a high school/intro college genetics unit, this video will help you understand meiosis clearly and confidently. Perfect for last-minute revision, unit reviews, and strengthening your knowledge of heredity and evolution. If this video helped, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and check out more tutorials on DNA replication, cellular respiration, photosynthesis, and genetics. 📘 Dr. Bee’s Kindle Books & Study Guides Find all my AP & IB Biology study guides here: https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B0FTL1F76G