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Every germ-cell takes how many chromosomes from each chromosome pair present in the body cells?

Question
Every germ-cell takes how many chromosomes from each chromosome pair present in the body cells?
Both chromosomes from the pair
None; germ cells have no chromosomes
One chromosome from each pair, which may be of maternal or paternal origin
Three chromosomes from each pair
Answer
One chromosome from each pair, which may be of maternal or paternal origin
Detailed Explanation
Each germ-cell takes just one chromosome from each pair, which can be of either maternal or paternal origin, ensuring genetic variation.
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