Question

A particular diploid plant species has 48 chromosomes, or two sets. A mutationoccurs and gametes with 48 chromosomes are produced. If self-fertilizationoccurs, the zygote will have _____ set(s) of chromosomes.

Answer 1

The zygote will have 96 chromosomes.

Step-by-step explanation:

If self-fertilization occurs, and two gametes (each having 48 chromosomes) unite, the zygote will have 96 chromosomes ( or 4 sets)