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For the two-gene-sets-per-individual mechanism to work correctly during sexual reproduction, each germ cell must contain

Question
For the two-gene-sets-per-individual mechanism to work correctly during sexual reproduction, each germ cell must contain
two full sets of genes
only one set of genes (a single gene copy per gene)
no genetic material at all
three sets of genes for extra stability
Answer
only one set of genes (a single gene copy per gene)
Detailed Explanation
The chapter explains that each germ cell must have only one gene set so that fusion of two germ cells restores the normal two-set condition in progeny.
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