How many nuclei are present in a zygote?

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A zygote contains a single nucleus. A zygote is formed by the fusion of the sperm and ovum cells by the fertilization process, and a single uni-nucleus is formed in the zygote. The haploid sperm and ovum cells combine to form 2n or diploid zygote cells.

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