Assume That a Species Has a Diploid Chromosome Number of 20.How

question 39

Multiple Choice

Assume that a species has a diploid chromosome number of 20.How many double-stranded DNA molecules would you expect to see at prophase of mitosis in this species?

• A)5
• B)10
• C)20
• D)40
• E)80

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Defense Mechanism

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Reaction Formation

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Defense Mechanism

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Denial

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