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If the number of chromosomes in the somatic cells of an organism is 24, what will be the number of chromosomes in its gametes?

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24

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12

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48

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6

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Solution

The correct option is B
12

Somatic cells are haploid and sex cells(gametes) are diploid. If the number of chromosomes in the somatic cells of an organism is 24, then the number of chromosomes in its gametes will be 12.

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