AP Biologyeasymcq1 pt
A normal diploid human somatic cell with 46 chromosomes completes mitosis and cytokinesis without error. How many chromosomes should each daughter cell have?
A.46
B.23
C.92
D.12
Explanation
Core Concept
Mitosis normally preserves chromosome number. A normal diploid human somatic cell begins with 46 chromosomes and produces daughter cells with 46 chromosomes each after sister chromatids separate and cytokinesis occurs.
Correct Answer
A46
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