ScienceQuestion 68 of 120
How many chromosomes are found in a typical human body (somatic) cell?
a.46
b.23
c.44
d.48
Explanation
A typical human somatic cell contains 46 chromosomes, arranged in 23 pairs. Gametes (egg and sperm) contain 23 chromosomes each.
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