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How many pairs of autosomes are found in the cells of Homo sapiens?


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Chromosomes

  1. Chromosomes are a collection of thread-like structures that come in a variety of lengths and forms.
  2. Autosomes and sex chromosomes are two types of chromosomes in Homo sapiens (humans).
  3. A sex chromosome is a type of chromosome that plays a role in determining a person's gender.
  4. Homo sapiens have one pair of sex chromosomes (XX in females, XY in males).

Autosomes

  1. Chromosomes other than the sex chromosomes are called Autosomes.
  2. Homo sapiens have 22 pairs of autosomes.

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