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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Sex cells are also referred to as
Options
A Somatic cells
B Gametes
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C Zygotes
D Stem cells
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Gametes are the specialized reproductive cells (sex cells) that fuse during fertilization. They are haploid, meaning they contain half the number of chromosomes. Male gametes are sperm, and female gametes are eggs (ova).

Hint

This term comes from the Greek word for 'husband' or 'wife,' referring to cells that unite.

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