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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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A normal human somatic karyotype contains how many pairs of autosomes?
Options
A 21 pairs
B 22 pairs
Correct Answer
C 23 pairs
D 46 pairs
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Humans possess 23 pairs of chromosomes in total, consisting of 22 autosomal pairs and 1 pair of allosomes (sex chromosomes).

Hint

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