Question

question 21 1 pts if a plant has a karyotype of 18 chromosomes, how many chromosomes would each of its gametes have? nine 18 six 36

Explanation:

Step1: Recall gamete - chromosome relationship

Gametes are formed by meiosis. In meiosis, the chromosome number is halved.

Step2: Calculate chromosome number in gametes

If the plant has 18 chromosomes in its somatic cells (karyotype), then the number of chromosomes in its gametes is $\frac{18}{2}=9$.

Answer:

A. nine