Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
How Many Chromosomes Do People Have?
Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
How Many Chromosomes Do People Have?
Humans possess 46 chromosomes in total, arranged in 23 pairs. Each parent contributes 23 chromosomes. This includes 22 pairs of autosomes and one pair of sex chromosomes, determining gender. Abnormalities in chromosome number can lead to genetic disorders like Down syndrome. Understanding "how many chromosomes do people have" is crucial in genetics.
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