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Question
During reproduction, the chromosome number (2n) reduces to half (n) in the gametes and again the original number (2n) is restored in the offspring. What are the processes through which these events take place?
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Solution
During gametogenesis, the chromosomal number is reduced by half and then regained through fertilisation.
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