JAMB Biology 1995 Question 42

Question 42

Chromosomes, DNA and Sex Linkage

The specific number of chromosomes in each somatic cell is represented by

  1. A.2N
  2. B.23
  3. C.2N
  4. D.N
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (2N)

Explanation

Body (somatic) cells are diploid, with two sets of chromosomes, written 2N; gametes have N.