For each chromosome contributed by the sperm there is a corresponding chromosome contributed by the egg, there are two chromosomes of each kind, which together constitute a pair.
-- Thomas Hunt Morgan
   
Thomas Hunt Morgan   Name:
Thomas Hunt Morgan
Type:
Scientist
Nationality:
American
Birth:
September 25, 1866
Death:
December 4, 1945
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