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Which one of the following has half the number of chromosomes and half the amount of DNA as compared to the non-reproductive body cells?
Which one of the following has half the number of chromosomes and half the amount of DNA as compared to the non-reproductive body cells?
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Germ cells are haploid, meaning they have half the number of chromosomes compared to somatic cells, which are diploid.
Updated On: Jan 13, 2026
- Male germ cell
- Female germ cell
- Zygote
- Both, male and female germ cells
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The Correct Option is D
Solution and Explanation
Haploid germ cells, specifically sperm and egg cells, contain half the chromosomes and DNA of diploid somatic (body) cells. Fertilization merges these haploid gametes, creating a diploid zygote with a complete set of chromosomes. The correct choice is option (4).
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