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Diploid

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Anatomy and Physiology I

Definition

A diploid cell contains two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent. This cellular condition is typical for most organisms' somatic (body) cells, ensuring a consistent genetic blueprint across cellular division and growth.

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