The union of the sperm and the egg that results in a cell with 46 chromosomes is called a(n) ________

A) embryo
B) zygote
C) fetus
D) trophoblast


B

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Why does planting a cover crop help conserve soil?

I) controls weed populations II) reduces soil loss due to wind and water erosion III) increases soil nutrients when plowed under and allowed to decompose A) only I B) I and II C) II and III D) I, II, and III

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The termination phase of cell signaling requires which of the following?

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