Question

How many XY combinations are there?

Answer 1

Chromosomes:

1. Chromosomes are long DNA molecules that are present inside the nucleus.
2. Humans are diploid organisms i.e., they have 46 chromosomes and 23 pairs.
3. Out of these 46 chromosomes, 44 are autosomes and 2 chromosomes are sex chromosomes.
4. A male consists of 44 autosomes with one X and one Y chromosome, i.e., (44+XY).
5. A female consists of 44 autosomes with two X chromosomes, i.e., (44+XX).