Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life
15th Edition
ISBN: 9780357093795
Author: STARR
Publisher: CENGAGE LEARNING (CUSTOM)
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Chapter 12, Problem 8SQ
Which of the following cells can undergo meiosis?
- a. the diploid body cells of an animal
- b. haploid gametes
- c. germ cells
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