inheritance

Question 1

Explain the meanings of the terms haploid (n) and diploid (2n)

Answer 1

Haploid (n): 1 set of chromosomes (e.g., gametes).
Diploid (2n): 2 sets of chromosomes (e.g., somatic cells).

Question 2

Explain what is meant by homologous pairs of chromosomes

Answer 2

Homologous chromosomes are matching pairs that carry the same types of genes but possibly different versions of those genes.