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The diploid chromosome number in the somatic cells of the broad bean, Vicia faba, is 12.

During meiosis, the independent assortment of homologous chromosomes contributes to genetic variation in the gametes produced.

How many genetically different gametes can one broad bean plant produce as a result of independent assortment alone?

A

121212

B

363636

C

646464

D

4,0964,0964,096

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Patterns of inheritance Questions

  1. A Level
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32 exam-style questions on OCR A A Level Biology Patterns of inheritance. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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