What Characteristic of a Species Refers to Having Two of Each

question 57

Multiple Choice

What characteristic of a species refers to having two of each type of chromosome?  

• A) Autosomal
• B) Karyotype
• C) Diploid
• D) Base-paired
• E) Helical

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Definitions:

Predatory Behavior

Actions or strategies employed by predators to catch their prey, often involving stalking, camouflage, and ambush.

Color Seeing

The ability of organisms, particularly humans, to distinguish objects based on the wavelengths of the light they reflect, emit, or transmit.

Amniotic Egg

An egg that contains an amnion, allowing the embryo to develop independently of water, characterizing reptiles, birds, and mammals.

Cartilaginous Fish

Fish that have skeletons made entirely of cartilage, such as sharks and rays, distinguished from bony fish.