Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

The human cell contains..

  1. 44 Chromosomes

  2. 48 Chromosomes

  3. 46 Chromosomes

  4. 23 Chromosomes
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Explanation

Normal human somatic cells contain 46 chromosomes (23 pairs - one set inherited from each parent). Gametes (sperm and egg cells) contain 23 chromosomes each. 44 chromosomes would indicate a chromosomal abnormality like Turner syndrome, while 48 chromosomes is not a normal human karyotype.

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