___ are the thread-like structures carrying genetic information found in the fertilized egg.

Zygote

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Embryo

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Chromosomes

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Ovules

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Solution

The correct option is C Chromosomes
Chromosomes are the thread-like structures carrying genetic information found in the fertilized egg. In human beings, there are 22 pairs of autosomes and 1 pair of sex chromosomes.

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