In Pisum sativum there are 14 chromosomes. How many pairs with different chromosomal composition can be prepared?
A
214
B
27
C
7
D
14
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Correct option is B)
An organism can make 2n different combinations of chromosomal compositions where “n” refers to number of homologous pairs; chromosomes are present in pairs and a diploid organism carries two complete sets of homologous chromosomes. Thus, 2n = 14 makes total 7 pairs of homologous chromosomes which can form 27 different combinations