The Process Where Two Gametes Fuse with Each Other in the Process

question 42

Multiple Choice

The process where two gametes fuse with each other in the process of fertilization to begin the life of a new organism is called

• A) sexual reproduction.
• B) gametogenesis.
• C) asexual reproduction.
• D) X-linked inheritance.
• E) multicellularity.

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Definitions:

Gene

A unit of heredity transferred from a parent to offspring, responsible for certain characteristics and traits.

Polygenic Inheritance

A type of genetic inheritance where traits are determined by multiple genes, contributing to the phenotype in a cumulative or additive manner.

Homozygous Alleles

Refers to having two identical alleles for a specific gene, leading to a uniform expression of that gene's trait.

Monozygotic Twins

Twins that result from one zygote splitting and developing into two individuals, typically sharing 100% of their genetics.