If the amount of DNA in a gamete of an organism is n, is the amount of DNA in the body cells of that organism equal to 1/2 n, n, or 2n? Explain.

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Kasey Wiley

Biology

10 November, 10:54

If the amount of DNA in a gamete of an organism is n, is the amount of DNA in the body cells of that organism equal to 1/2 n, n, or 2n? Explain.

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Jasmin Mann · Answer 1

2n because when 2 gametes of n amount of DNA fertilise together they make an organism that is similar to its parents and have the total amount of DNA as 2n, just like parents.