Asked by Marzena Mielcarek on Jul 25, 2024
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During fertilization, ____ egg and sperm combine to form a ____ zygote.
A) diploid; diploid
B) diploid; haploid
C) haploid; diploid
D) haploid; haploid
E) diploid; tetraploid
Haploid
Having one of each type of chromosome characteristic of the species.
Diploid
Referring to a cell that contains two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent, typical of the body's somatic cells.
Zygote
A zygote is the initial cell formed when a new organism is produced by sexual reproduction, following the fusion of male and female gametes.
- Comprehend the processes involved in fertilization, embryonic development, and birth.
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Maushami PoddarJul 29, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
During fertilization, a haploid egg combines with a haploid sperm to form a diploid zygote.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the processes involved in fertilization, embryonic development, and birth.
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