Species A has chromosome number 2n = 18, and species B has chromosome number 2n = 20. The two plants hybridize and produce viable offspring through allopolyploidy. What is the chromosome number of the viable offspring?

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Allopolyploidy is the doubling of chromosomes from two different species. In this case, the offspring will have the combined chromosome number of both parents, which is 2n = 18 + 2n = 20 = 2n = 38.

Species a Has Chromosome Number 2n = 18, and Species