Which of the following correctly represents the number of autosomes and allosomes in human beings?

(21+2) pairs

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

(22+1) pairs

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

(19+4) pairs

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

(2+21) pairs

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is B
(22+1) pairs

Humans contain 22 pairs of autosomal chromosomes and one pair of allosomes (sex chromosomes). The autosomal pairs are usually represented with numbers, while the sex chromosomes with letters. Females contain two X chromosomes and are represented as 44+XX. Males on the other hand, have both an X and a Y chromosome, and are represented as 44+XY.

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

The number of pairs of autosomes and allosome in a human cell is __ and ___ .

M e l a n d r i u m

Join BYJU'S Learning Program