Identical (Monozygotic) Twins Are

question 79

Multiple Choice

Identical (monozygotic) twins are

• A) formed from splitting of the inner cell mass.
• B) formed from the release of two eggs.
• C) formed from two sperm fertilizing one egg.
• D) formed from splitting of the zygote.

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Definitions:

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Shingles

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