Diploid vs. Haploid Cells

Mr. Anderson explains the difference between diploid and haploid cells, emphasizing the role of genes and chromosomes in human DNA. He discusses the concept of ploidy, highlighting the differences between somatic and sex cells, and explains how karyotypes can be used to understand chromosome sets. The video also covers the life cycle of cells, including fertilization and meiosis, and explores ploidy in various organisms, such as algae, fungi, and bacteria.

What is the process called when a sperm fertilizes an egg, and what does it result in?

Describe the role of meiosis in the life cycle of organisms.

How does the ploidy of bacteria differ from that of eukaryotic organisms?