All human body cells contain 46 chromosomes. However, sperm cells in men and egg cells in women have only 23 chromosomes. This i

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Wewaii [24]

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All human body cells contain 46 chromosomes. However, sperm cells in men and egg cells in women have only 23 chromosomes. This i

s due to meiosis. How does meiosis accomplish the reduction in chromosomal number?

Biology

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Daniel [21] · Answer 1 · 2022-03-29T03:46:27+03:00

Daniel [21]3 years ago

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Answer:

Two cell divisions after DNA replication

Explanation:

After the DNA is replicated, the cell undergoes two rounds of meiosis to produce 4 cells, each wIth 23 chromosomes. This is how the cell goes from a diploid to a haploid state.