If an Organism's Diploid Chromosome Number Is 18, How Many

question 25

Multiple Choice

If an organism's diploid chromosome number is 18, how many different possible combinations of homologous chromosomes lining up during meiosis exist for the eggs or sperm produced by that organism?

• A)9
• B)18
• C)36
• D)128
• E)512

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