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ZOO 102 Basis of Categorization of Diversity of Animals Objective Question

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What is the chromosomal count of a nucleus after meiosis compared to the parent cell?
Options
A Haploid (n)
Correct Answer
B Diploid (2n)
C Triploid (3n)
D Tetraploid (4n)
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Meiosis reduces the diploid (2n) count to haploid (n). Choice B describes the result of mitosis.

Hint

Half the original number.

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