Asked by Brianna Panfen on Jun 27, 2024
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Of the 46 chromosomes in a normal human cell, how many are contributed by the mother?
A) All
B) It depends upon the gender of the child.
C) Twenty-three
D) None
Chromosomes
Structures within cells that contain genetic material (DNA) and are responsible for determining the characteristics of an organism.
- Comprehend the fundamental principles of genetic inheritance from parents to offspring and the mechanisms determining human sex.
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Zybrea KnightJul 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Half of the 46 chromosomes in a normal human cell are contributed by the mother, and the other half by the father, making a total of 23 from each parent.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the fundamental principles of genetic inheritance from parents to offspring and the mechanisms determining human sex.