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BIO 201 Genetics 1 Objective Question
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What is the critical biological consequence of polyspermy in mammalian zygotes?
Options
A Formation of a viable monoploid embryo
B Lethal polyploidy leading to mitotic failure and early developmental arrest
Correct Answer
C Enhanced genetic fitness due to gene dosage elevation
D Immediate conversion of somatic cells into germline stem cells
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Polyspermy leads to extra sets of chromosomes and multiple centrosomes, causing abnormal multipolar spindle formation and developmental arrest or spontaneous abortion.

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Question Info

Course: BIO 201
Topic: Genetics 1
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 220 of 285
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