The number of chromosomes present in the gametes of a housefly is six. How many chromosomes are present in the meiocytes of a housefly?

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Solution

The correct option is B 12
The meiocytes are diploid gamete mother cells. They undergo meiosis to form the gametes. If the gamete chromosome number of a housefly is 6, then the meiocytes have 12 chromosomes.

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