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The diagram shows a cell of an organism formed by reduction division. What is the diploid number for this organism?

Correct answer: D. 44

  • A. 10
  • B. 30
  • C. 40
  • D. 44

Explanation

Haploid cells are formed by reduction division, which has half the number of chromosomes than diploid cells. To calculate the diploid number of cells just multiply the chromosome number in the haploid number by 2. So, 22x2=44.

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