With the exception of eggs and sperm, each cell in the human body contains ____ chromosomes that consist of or contain ____.
A) 46; 23 pairs
B) 46; 23 genes
C) 23; 23 pairs
D) 23; 23 genes

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Each cell in the human body, except for gametes (eggs and sperm), contains 46 chromosomes, which are organized into 23 pairs. Each chromosome contains many genes that code for specific traits, but the question is asking for the general information about chromosomes, not genes. Therefore, the correct answer is A, as it accurately reflects the number and organization of chromosomes in human cells.

With the Exception of Eggs and Sperm, Each Cell in the Human