Asked by Junior Aleman on Apr 24, 2024
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Of the pairs of chromosomes humans possess, where are they inherited from?
A) One of each pair comes from each parent.
B) They come from the mother.
C) They come from the father.
D) They come randomly from the mother or father.
Chromosomes
Structures within cells that contain DNA and protein and carry genetic information.
Inherited
Passed down from ancestors or parents to offspring, referring to genetic traits or inherited diseases.
- Comprehend the patterns of inheritance in human chromosomes.
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victoria garcia7 days ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
One of each pair of chromosomes in humans is inherited from the mother, and the other is inherited from the father, making for a total of 23 pairs of chromosomes.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the patterns of inheritance in human chromosomes.