C-value paradox means
A. Genome complexity depends on genome size
B. Genome complexity is independent of genome size
C. Inactivation of one X-chromosome in females
D. None of the above
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
The c-value paradox means Genome complexity is independent of genome size.C-value is the amount, in picograms, of DNA contained within a haploid nucleus or one-half the amount in a diploid somatic cell of a eukaryotic organism.
In some cases, the terms C-value and genome size are used interchangeably. However, in polyploids, the C-value may represent two or more genomes contained within the same nucleus.
The C-value enigma or C-value paradox is the complex puzzle surrounding the extensive variation in nuclear genome size among eukaryotic species.

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