Privet cells are the cells that make up a privet shrub, a type of plant. These cells have specific characteristics as described below:
- Somatic Cells: The somatic (non-sex) cells of a privet shrub each contain 46 chromosomes.
- Sexual Reproduction: Privet cells cannot reproduce sexually.
- Sex Cells: Privet sex cells possess chromosomes capable of synapsing with human chromosomes in laboratory settings.
- Genetic Difference: The genes found within privet chromosomes are significantly different compared to human genes.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Cell Type | Somatic and Sex cells |
| Chromosome Number | 46 in somatic cells |
| Sexual Reproduction | Impossible |
| Genetic Makeup | Significantly different from human genes, but sex chromosomes can synapse with human chromosomes in the laboratory. |
