In which organism males are haploid?
Correct answer: D. Honey bee
- A. None of these
- B. Mosquito
- C. Butterfly
- D. Honey bee
Explanation
In honey bees, males (drones) are haploid, meaning they carry only one set of chromosomes (16 chromosomes in total) derived from their mother, the diploid queen, who has 32 chromosomes. This haploid nature allows them to produce sperm that is genetically identical to themselves, apart from any mutations. In contrast, mosquitoes and butterflies are diploid organisms where both sexes possess two sets of chromosomes, thus making options B and C incorrect. Option A is also incorrect as honey bees do have haploid males.
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