Asked by Nicol Quezada on May 25, 2024

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When twins are genetically identical,they

A) come from the same fertilized egg.
B) come from two different fertilized eggs.
C) are not the same sex.
D) None of these.

Genetically Identical

Having exactly the same genetic makeup. Commonly used to describe organisms that are clones of each other.

Fertilized Egg

A reproductive cell formed from the union of a sperm and an ovum, marking the beginning of a pregnancy.

  • Comprehend the process and impact of genetics on behavior and the development of identical and fraternal twins.
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Vanessa HerreraJun 01, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Twins that are genetically identical, also called monozygotic twins, come from the same fertilized egg that splits into two separate embryos. This is why they have the same genetic makeup. Option B (come from two different fertilized eggs) describes dizygotic twins, which are fraternal twins that come from two separate eggs fertilized by two different sperm. Option C (are not the same sex) is not necessarily true for either monozygotic or dizygotic twins, as they can be the same or different sexes. Therefore, option D (None of these) is incorrect.