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What is the result of the interaction between the male and female reproductive systems during sexual intercourse?
What is the result of the interaction between the male and female reproductive systems during sexual intercourse?
- Formation of the placenta
- Release of hormones into the bloodstream
- Fertilization of the ovum by the sperm (correct)
- Activation of the immune system
What is the process called when two gamete cells merge into one zygote cell?
What is the process called when two gamete cells merge into one zygote cell?
- Genetic recombination (correct)
- Cellular mitosis
- Chromosomal duplication
- Meiosis
What is the chromosome count in gamete cells?
What is the chromosome count in gamete cells?
- 46 single chromosomes
- 92 chromosomes
- 23 pairs of chromosomes
- 23 single chromosomes (correct)
What is the defined development process known as after the zygote is formed?
What is the defined development process known as after the zygote is formed?
What is the typical gestation period for a human offspring?
What is the typical gestation period for a human offspring?