The bacterial genome refers to the total number of genes located upon a
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The term 'genome' refers to the total number of genes combined in a

Haploid set of chromosomes

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Diploid set of chromosomes

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Tetraploid set of chromosomes

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Hexaploid set of chromosomes

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The correct option is A Haploid set of chromosomes
The term genome refers to the total genetic content the genes that is present in a haploid set of chromosomes i.e., the DNA that is inherited by the next generation. For example in humans there are 23 pairs of chromosomes and have paternal genome and maternal genome.

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