Chromosomes

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how many chromosomes does a human have

46

what is a karyotype

a picture of a persons chromosomes

what does a karyotype show

human or non human, the sex of the child and any abnormalities

where are chromosomes located

nucleus

why are chromosomes found in pairs

one comes from mom and one comes from dad

what are the three chromosomes characteristics used to organize a karyotype

size, position of the centromere, and the characteristic banding pattern

could two individuals have the same karyotype

yes, identical twins do


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