A Species That Contains Two Copies of Each Chromosome Is

Question

A species that contains two copies of each chromosome is called ________.
A) a genetic mutation
B) a morph
C) haploid
D) diploid
E) alleles

Accepted Answer

A species that contains two copies of each chromosome is called diploid. A genetic mutation refers to a change in DNA sequence that can lead to alteration in the genotype and phenotype of an organism. A morph refers to distinct forms within a species that differ in physical characteristics. Haploid refers to a cell or organism with only one set of chromosomes, whereas diploid refers to two sets of chromosomes. Alleles are alternative forms of a gene that occupy the same locus on a chromosome.