If a Cell with 16 Chromosomes Undergoes Mitosis,how Many Chromosomes

question 20

Multiple Choice

If a cell with 16 chromosomes undergoes mitosis,how many chromosomes will each daughter cell have?

• A)8
• B)4
• C)32
• D)16

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Definitions:

Neurosecretory Cell

Specialized neuron that secretes a hormone into the blood in response to an action potential.

Action Potential

A temporary reversal of an electric membrane potential, allowing for signal conduction in neurons.

Anterior Pituitary Cell

A type of cell located in the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland, responsible for producing and releasing hormones that regulate various bodily functions.

Steroid Hormones

Steroid hormones are a class of hormones derived from cholesterol that act as chemical messengers in the body, including sex hormones and corticosteroids.