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BIO 101 Cellular Reproduction and Heredity Objective Question

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It maintains the constant chromosome number in __________ cells (e.g., 46 in humans).
Options
A germ
B somatic
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C gamete
D haploid
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

By producing haploid gametes, meiosis ensures that the diploid number is maintained in somatic cells across generations.

Hint

Body cells (non-reproductive).

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