In the following simplified diagram of cell divisions in a multicellular species, the germ-cell and somatic-cell lineages are depicted. Which of the indicated cells (1 or 2) represents the germ line? Write down 1 or 2 as your answer.

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Only the germ line contributes to the organism in the next generation; however, by sacrificing their survival to support the germ cells, the somatic cells help to propagate copies of their own genome.

In the Following Simplified Diagram of Cell Divisions in a Multicellular