Question

12 the diploid number of a cell is 16. what is its haploid number? 13 the haploid number of a cell is 9. what is its diploid number? 14 what is the difference between a gamete and any other animal cell?

Explanation:

Step1: Relate diploid to haploid

Haploid number = $\frac{\text{Diploid number}}{2}$

Step2: Calculate for Q12

$\frac{16}{2}=8$

Step3: Relate haploid to diploid

Diploid number = $\text{Haploid number} \times 2$

Step4: Calculate for Q13

$9 \times 2=18$

Step5: Explain gamete vs body cell

Gametes are haploid; other animal cells are diploid. Gametes are reproductive cells, while most other animal cells are somatic (body) cells with a full set of paired chromosomes, used for growth/function not reproduction.

Answer:

1. 8
2. 18
3. Gametes are haploid (have one set of chromosomes, used for sexual reproduction), while most other animal cells are diploid (have two paired sets of chromosomes, function in growth, repair, and general body processes).