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The diploid human chromosome set has:

Correct answer: A. 22 pairs of autosomes and 1 pair of sex chromosomes

  • A. 22 pairs of autosomes and 1 pair of sex chromosomes
  • B. 22 pairs of autosomes and XY chromosomes
  • C. 22 pairs of autosomes and XX chromosomes
  • D. Haploid somatic cells and diploid germinal cells

Explanation

Diploid set of human chromosomes have 22 pairs of autosomes and 1 pair of sex chromosomes. That is why A is correct. B is wrong because this is only specific for male. C is wrong because it is specific for females.

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