Most Triploid Zygotes Arise from

question 36

Multiple Choice

Most triploid zygotes arise from

• A) fertilization of a diploid egg by a normal haploid sperm.
• B) fertilization of a normal haploid egg by a diploid sperm.
• C) fertilization of a normal haploid egg by two sperm.
• D) nondisjunction during the zygote's first mitotic division.
• E) fusion of the zygote with an unfertilized egg.

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Definitions:

Atomic Arrangement

The spatial organization of atoms within a substance, influencing its physical properties and states of matter.

Geometric Pattern

A motif, design, or sequence that consists of shapes, lines, and figures following a specific repetitive arrangement.

Crystal Lattice

A symmetrical three-dimensional arrangement of atoms inside a crystal.

Halite

A salt mineral (NaCl) generally formed by the evaporation of water; cleaves into cubes and has a distinctive salty taste.