Answer: 26 chromosomes.
The diploid number is the number of chromosomes required for two
sets of copies of the organism’s genome ( this is the number of chromosomes in the cells except gametic cells). The organism's genome is represented as n, and the diploid number,as 2n (2 x 13= 26).
Answer:
Plasmids are used in biotechnology.
Explanation:
A plasmid is a natural or artificially modified circular DNA molecule for use in biological research.
The researchers use the plasmids to insert a DNA fragment of interest, thanks to the cloning cassettes. They can clone genes to express proteins or RNAs and analyze them.