(C) leaf cell is a somatic cell,which is diploid $(2n)$. Given that the leaf cell has $8$ chromosomes,$2n = 8$,which implies the haploid number $(n)$

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Gametes will have $4$ chromosomes

(C) leaf cell is a somatic cell,which is diploid $(2n)$. Given that the leaf cell has $8$ chromosomes,$2n = 8$,which implies the haploid number $(n)$ is $4$.Gametes are produced through meiosis and are haploid $(n)$,so they will contain $4$ chromosomes.$A$ zygote is formed by the fusion of two haploid gametes $(n + n = 2n)$,so it will also have $8$ chromosomes.

Class 11 Biology Cell Cycle and Cell Division Meiosis

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If a leaf cell has $8$ chromosomes,it is most likely that:

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Zygote will have $4$ chromosomes
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Gametes will have $8$ chromosomes
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Gametes will have $4$ chromosomes
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Zygote will have $16$ chromosomes

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When a diploid cell undergoes normal meiosis,then...

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Match List-$I$ and List-$II$ and select the correct answer using the code given below in the lists:
List-$I$ (Phase of meiosis) List-$II$ (Event that occurs)
$1$. Prophase $I$ Crossing over occurs
$2$. Metaphase $I$ Sister chromatids migrate to opposite poles
$3$. Anaphase $I$ Homologous chromosomes line up at the equator in pairs

List-$I$ (Phase of meiosis)	List-$II$ (Event that occurs)
$1$. Prophase $I$	Crossing over occurs
$2$. Metaphase $I$	Sister chromatids migrate to opposite poles
$3$. Anaphase $I$	Homologous chromosomes line up at the equator in pairs

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