The diploid number of a roundworm species is 4. Assuming there is no crossover, and random segregation of homologues during meiosis, how many different possible combinations of chromosomes might there be in the offspring
(not including variety generated by crossing over)?
A) 4
B) 8
C) 16
D) 64
Answer: C
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