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Question
How many different combinations of maternal and paternal chromosomes can be packaged in gametes made by an organism with a diploid number of 8? A. 4 B. 8 C. 16 D. 32
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The number of possible combinations of chromosomes in gametes due to independent assortment is 2^n, where n is the haploid number. If diploid number is 8, haploid number n = 4. So combinations = 2^4 = 16.
Hint
Formula: 2 to the power of the haploid number.