Asked by
NALEDI JENNIFER MOHAPI
on Dec 27, 2024
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A human zygote contains how many chromosomes from the biological mother and how many chromosomes from the biological father?
A) 10; 20
B) 23; 46
C) 23; 23
D) 46; 46
Zygote
The initial cell formed when a sperm cell fertilizes an egg cell, marking the beginning of pregnancy.
Chromosomes
Chromosomes are thread-like structures located within the nucleus of animal and plant cells, made of protein and a single molecule of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), carrying genetic information.
Biological Mother
A woman who has given birth to a child, contributing genetically through ovum to the child's birth.
- Elucidate on the human genome structure, focusing on the chromosome number and their function in dictating characteristics.
- Identify the process of fertilization and the formation of zygotes.
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Learning Objectives
- Elucidate on the human genome structure, focusing on the chromosome number and their function in dictating characteristics.
- Identify the process of fertilization and the formation of zygotes.