[Campbell Biology P.713] According to Figure 31.18, what is the ploidy of a cell in the spec... | Practice Question

According to Figure 31.18, what is the ploidy of a cell in the specialized hypha shown in stage 2 before fusion occurs?

  • A: Haploid (n)
  • B: Dikaryotic (n+n)
  • C: Diploid (2n)
  • D: Polyploid

Explanation

Figure 31.18 indicates that mycelia are haploid n , and the specialized hyphae involved in sexual reproduction originate from these haploid mycelia before the fusion event that leads to dikaryotic cells.