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Paper 4 structured question: Chromosomes, genes and proteins

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Chromosomes, genes and proteins

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Diploid Nucleus

A diploid nucleus contains chromosomes arranged in pairs, with one set inherited from the mother and one set from the father.

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    State What is meant by a diploid nucleus?

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Paper 4 structured question: Chromosomes, genes and proteins

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Chromosome Sets in Cells

Diagram shows a cell nucleus with chromosomes arranged in pairs, indicating two sets of chromosomes.

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    Describe Explain what is meant by a diploid nucleus.

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