Question

how are somatic cells different from gametes? (1 point) somatic cells contain half the number of chromosomes. somatic cells do not go through cell division. somatic cells are sex cells. somatic cell mutations are not passed to the next generation.

Explanation:

1. Analyze each option:

• Option 1: Gametes (not somatic cells) have half the chromosomes (haploid), so this is incorrect.
• Option 2: Somatic cells undergo mitosis (cell division), so this is incorrect.
• Option 3: Gametes are sex cells, somatic cells are body cells, so this is incorrect.
• Option 4: Somatic cell mutations are in body cells and not passed to offspring; gamete mutations can be. This is correct.

Answer:

The correct option is: Somatic cell mutations are not passed to the next generation.