Number of pairs of autosomes in humans is ..........
A
22
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B
23
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C
46
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D
44
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Solution
The correct option is A 22
X and Y are the sex chromosomes. Total 23 pairs of chromosomes are present, in this 22 pairs are exactly the same in both males and females are known as autosomes.