Chromosomes contain the genetic information of an organism. Fruit flies reproduce by sexual reproduction. Most of the cells of a fruit fly have 8 chromosomes. Which statement best explains the source of the chromosomes in a normal fertilized fruit fly egg?
The egg cell contains all 8 chromosomes. The sperm cell contains all 8 chromosomes. The sperm cell provides 4 chromosomes and the egg cell provides 4 chromosomes. The egg cell provides 4 chromosomes and 4 sperm cells each provide 1 chromosome.
Question: Chromosomes contain the genetic information of an organism. Fruit flies reproduce by sexual reproduction. Most of the cells of a fruit fly have 8 chromosomes. Which statement best explains the source of the chromosomes in a normal fertilized fruit fly egg?
A. The egg cell contains all 8 chromosomes.
B. The sperm cell contains all 8 chromosomes.
C. The sperm cell provides 4 chromosomes and the egg cell provides 4 chromosomes.
D. The egg cell provides 4 chromosomes and 4 sperm cells each provide 1 chromosome.
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