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23 October, 04:53

The table below provides the number of chromosomes found in the body cells of various types of organisms.

Diploid Chromosome Number

Fruit Fly

8

Human

46

Goldfish

94

Which of the following is the best explanation for why the chromosome numbers above are all even?

A.) Animal cells always have an even number of chromosomes, and plant cells always have an odd number of chromosomes.

B.) The number of chromosomes present in a diploid cell doubles for each generation because there are two parent

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  1. 23 October, 08:00
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    "The number of chromosomes present in a diploid cell doubles for each generation because there are two parent" is the one among the two statements that is the best explanation for why the chromosome numbers above are all even. The correct option among the two options that are given in the question is the second option or option "B".
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