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What is the total number of chromosomes in a human somatic cell?

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What is the total number of chromosomes in a human somatic cell?

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  • 46 chromosomes

  • 23 chromosomes

  • 48 chromosomes

  • 44 chromosomes

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Solution

The total number of chromosomes in a human somatic cell is 46. This comprises 23 pairs of chromosomes: 22 pairs of autosomes (44 chromosomes) and 1 pair of sex chromosomes (2 chromosomes), totaling 46 chromosomes in the diploid state.

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