Consider a Diploid Organism with a Haploid Complement of Four

question 59

Multiple Choice

Consider a diploid organism with a haploid complement of four chromosomes. At prophase I, how many total chromosomes will be present in a cell?

• A)4, one complete set of chromosomes
• B)8, four pairs of homologous chromosomes
• C)12, four pairs of homologous chromosomes and their haploid complement
• D)16, four pairs of homologous chromosomes and two sister chromatids per chromosome

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Definitions:

Acetyl CoA

A molecule that plays a central role in metabolism, acting as a substrate for the Krebs cycle in energy production.

Amino Acids

Essential elements of proteins made up of a basic amino group, an acidic carboxyl group, and a specific side chain.

Protein

Large biomolecules consisting of one or more long chains of amino acid residues, crucial for bodily functions.

Convection

Transfer of heat in liquids or gases by movement of the heated particles.