Chapter 11: Q. 9 (page 294)
If a muscle cell of a typical organism has 32 chromosomes, how many chromosomes will be in a gamete of that same organism?
a. 8
b. 16
c. 32
d. 64
Short Answer
The correct option is b.
Chapter 11: Q. 9 (page 294)
If a muscle cell of a typical organism has 32 chromosomes, how many chromosomes will be in a gamete of that same organism?
a. 8
b. 16
c. 32
d. 64
The correct option is b.
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a. diploid
b. haploid
c. alternation of generations
d. asexual
Figure 11.9If a mutation occurs so that a fungus is no longer able to produce a minus mating type, will it still be able to reproduce?
Many farmers are worried about the decreasing genetic diversity of plants associated with generations of artificial selection and inbreeding. Why is limiting random sexual reproduction of food crops concerning?
a. Mutations during asexual reproduction decrease plant fitness.
b. Consumers do not trust identical-appearing produce.
c. Larger portions of the plant populations are susceptible to the same diseases.
d. Spores are not viable in an agricultural setting
Explain why sexual reproduction is beneficial to a population but can be detrimental to an individual offspring.
Which of the following is not true in regard to crossover?
a. Spindle microtubules guide the transfer of DNA across the synaptonemal complex.
b. Nonsister chromatids exchange genetic material.
c. Chiasmata are formed.
d. Recombination nodules mark the crossover point.
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