In Onions (Allium), Cells of the Sporophyte Have 16 Chromosomes

question 47

Multiple Choice

In onions (Allium) , cells of the sporophyte have 16 chromosomes within each nucleus. Match the number of chromosomes present in each of the following onion tissues.
-How many chromosomes should be in an embryo sac nucleus?

• A) 4
• B) 8
• C) 16
• D) 24
• E) 32

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Definitions:

Reticulocyte

Young red blood cell with a network of basophilic endoplasmic reticulum occurring in larger numbers during the process of active red blood cell synthesis.

Immature Red Blood Cell

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RBCs

Red Blood Cells, which are essential for transporting oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and removing carbon dioxide.

Altitude

The height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level.