A cell containing only one set of chromosomes is _________.

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A cell containing only one set of chromosome is haploid cell. The haploid gametes unite during fertilization, which helps in restoring diploid number. Reproductive cells are examples of haploid cells, they contain each copy of one type of chromosomes.

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