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Question
Which of the following correctly describes the composition of chromosomes in a normal human cell?
Options
23 homologous pairs comprising 22 pairs of autosomes and 1 pair of sex chromosomes
46 pairs of autosomes with no sex chromosomes
44 pairs of sex chromosomes and 1 pair of autosomes
23 autosomes and 23 sex chromosomes unpaired
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Solution
The 46 chromosomes in a normal human cell are arranged as 23 homologous pairs: 22 pairs are autosomes (chromosomes 1–22) and 1 pair consists of sex chromosomes. This organization is fundamental to human genetics and heredity.
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