Asked by Kassidy Streeter on Jun 27, 2024
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Meiosis results in a change in chromosome number indicated by
A) 2n to 2n.
B) 2n to n.
C) n to 2n.
D) n to n.
E) 2n to 2n in diploid organisms, n to n in haploid.
Chromosome Number
The total count of chromosomes in a cell, which is characteristic of each species.
Meiosis
Meiosis is a type of cell division resulting in four daughter cells each with half the number of chromosomes of the parent cell, essential for sexual reproduction.
Diploid
An organism or cell having two sets of chromosomes, typically one set from each parent.
- Distinguish the comparative characteristics and divergences of mitosis and meiosis.
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Maushami PoddarJun 29, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Meiosis results in a reduction in chromosome number from 2n (diploid) to n (haploid). This means that the resulting cells have half the number of chromosomes as the original parent cell.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish the comparative characteristics and divergences of mitosis and meiosis.
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