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WAEC Biology 2024 Theory — Question 11

Question 11 of 19 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Biology 2024 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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11. Complete the table below by stating the type of cell division and set of chromosomes for the listed cells: Onion cell, Sperm cell, Pollen grain, Ovum, Guard cell, Check cell (the Check cell row is given as diploid).

Model answer

Onion cell — Mitosis — Diploid. Sperm cell — Meiosis — Haploid. Pollen grain — Meiosis — Haploid. Ovum — Meiosis — Haploid. Guard cell — Mitosis — Diploid. Check cell — Mitosis — Diploid.

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