Sperm and ova
A) are created through the process of meiosis.
B) contain twice the number of chromosomes found in other body cells.
C) each contain 23 pairs of chromosomes.
D) contain genetically identical instructions for the coding of protein and enzyme sequences.
E) form to produce 46 pairs of chromosomes.

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Sperm and ova are produced through meiosis, which reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in gametes that contain a single set of chromosomes (haploid), unlike other body cells which are diploid.

Sperm and Ova