When two or more chromosome complements can be found within an individual, this is known as:
A) Heterozygosity
B) Mosaicism
C) Genetic heterogeneity
D) Genomic duplication
E) Trisomy

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Mosaicism refers to the presence of two or more populations of cells with different genotypes in one individual who has developed from a single fertilized egg. This can result in an individual having more than one chromosomal complement.

When Two or More Chromosome Complements Can Be Found Within