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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Human cell has
Options
A 23 pairs of chromosomes
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B 22 pairs of chromosomes
C 24 pairs of chromosomes
D 46 pairs of chromosomes
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Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Human somatic cells have 23 pairs of chromosomes (46 total). This includes 22 pairs of autosomes and 1 pair of sex chromosomes (XX in females, XY in males). The haploid number (n) is 23, found in gametes (sperm and egg cells).

Hint

The diploid number of chromosomes in humans is 46, organized into 23 homologous pairs.

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