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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