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25 December, 08:16

16. There are 46 chromosomes in human somatic cells, but only 23 chromosomes in human sex cells.

Explain what would happen if the chromosome number is not reduced before sexual reproduction:

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  1. 25 December, 11:02
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    Answer AND Explanation:

    Nondisjunction can occur thus the chromosome number is not reduced. If the resulting diploid gamete fuses with a normal haploid gamete, the zygote formed is triploid. This is called polyploidy.
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