Asked by Rankins Cameron on May 14, 2024
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Sex cells are called ________.
A) gametes
B) spermatocytes
C) oogonia
D) zygotes
E) chromosomes
Gametes
Gametes are the reproductive cells (sperm in males and eggs in females) that contain half the genetic information of an organism and can combine to form a new organism.
- Present the operation and noteworthy significance of meiosis in sexual reproductive activities.
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Janyia TurnerMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Gametes are the sex cells, with sperm and ova (egg cells) being the male and female gametes, respectively. Spermatocytes and oogonia are specific types of cells involved in the formation of gametes, while zygotes are the result of the fusion of gametes, and chromosomes are structures within cells that carry genetic information.
Learning Objectives
- Present the operation and noteworthy significance of meiosis in sexual reproductive activities.