Question

Which one of the following has half the number of chromosomes and half the amount of DNA as compared to the non-reproductive body cells?

• A. Male germ cell
• B. Female germ cell
• C. Zygote
• D. Both, male and female germ cells

Hint:

Germ cells are haploid, meaning they have half the number of chromosomes compared to somatic cells, which are diploid.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Germ cells, which include male and female gametes (sperm and egg cells), are haploid. This means they have half the number of chromosomes and half the amount of DNA compared to diploid somatic cells, which are the non-reproductive body cells. When these haploid gametes combine during fertilization, they form a diploid zygote with the full set of chromosomes. Therefore, the correct answer is option (4).