An organism having more than two sets of chromosomes is called ______.

Open in App

Solution

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

Q.
The condition in which there are more than two complete sets of chromosome is called

Chromosomes are present inside the nucleus of cells. There are ___________ pairs of chromosomes found in human beings. A pair of corresponding chromosomes of the same size and shape is called a __________________ pair. In the pair both parents contribute one chromosome.

Haploid cells have only ______________ the chromosomes of diploid cells. If an organism has more than a pair of homologous chromosomes, the organism is said to be ______________________________. E.g.: ____________________________. The number of chromosomes varies from organisms to organisms.

Q. Failure of cytokinesis after telophase stage of cell division results in an increase in a whole Set of chromosomes in an organism. The phenomenon is called as

Question 36
From the internet, gather information about the chromosome numbers of five animals and five plants. Correlate the number with the size of an organism and answer the following questions.

(a) Do larger organisms have more number of chromosomes/cells?

(b) Can organism with fewer chromosomes reproduce more easily than organisms with more number of chromosomes?

(c) More the number of chromosomes/cells greater is the DNA content. Justify.

Q. Assertion :A piece of DNA inserted into an alien organism generally does not replicate if not inserted into a chromosome. Reason: Chromosomes have specific sequences called 'ori' region where DNA replication is initiated.

Join BYJU'S Learning Program