Describe endopolyploidy,and how it might benefit an organism.
A) Portions of the organism have extra copies of all chromosomes, for producing additional gene products.
B) The entire organism has extra copies of certain chromosomes, for producing additional gene products.
C) The entire organism has extra copies of all chromosomes, to act as backup in case of DNA damage.
D) Portions of the organism have extra copies of certain genes, for the functions of specialized cell types.

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Endopolyploidy involves certain cells or tissues having extra copies of all chromosomes, which can enhance the production of gene products needed for specific functions or increased metabolic activity.

Describe Endopolyploidy,and How It Might Benefit an Organism