Haploid Number At Biology Glossary
What is it? The number of homologous pairs in a cell. Equal to half the diploid number. Gametes, cells that are passed on to offspring, contain the haploid number of chromosomes. In humans, the haploid number is 23.Bio Definition Added By: Isabelle
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