A triploid plant has
A) one extra chromosome.
B) one extra set of chromosomes.
C) three chromosomes.
D) three times the chance of surviving that a monoploid has.
E) cells fused in sets of three.

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A triploid plant has an extra set of chromosomes, meaning it has three copies of every chromosome, instead of the typical two. This can result from the fusion of two diploid cells during fertilization, or from a mistake during cell division where a chromosome set is not evenly divided. This extra set can result in unique traits and characteristics in the plant, but can also make it difficult for the plant to reproduce successfully.

A Triploid Plant Has