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Zygote is formed by:

A
Fusion of two cells
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Fusion of gametes
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Fusion of some portion of gametes
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Fusion of polar cells
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Solution

The correct option is C Fusion of gametes
Zygote or the fertilized egg is the diploid cell that is formed from the fusion of a female gamete (egg) with a male gamete (sperm). The zygote undergoes cleavage to form the embryo. Thus, the correct answer is option B.

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