The value for n in the equation _nsperm + _n egg = _n zygote is 13.
In the given equation, _nsperm + _n egg = _n zygote, the objective is to determine the value of n such that the sum is equal to 26. This can be approached algebraically by recognizing that the equation represents a mathematical relationship between the quantities of sperm, egg, and zygote, with the common variable n.
The sum of the coefficients on each term, _nsperm + _n egg, is equal to 2n, and this is equated to n_zygote. Given that the sum is 26, the equation becomes 2n=26.
Solving for n involves dividing both sides of the equation by 2, resulting in n=13. Therefore, the value of n that satisfies the equation and makes the sum 26 is 13. This means that, in the context of the given relationship, the zygote is formed by combining 13 sperm and 13 eggs.
Complete ques:
Determine the value for n in the equation _nsperm + _n egg = _n zygote if the sum is 26.