In 22 of the 23 pairs of chromosomes, both members of the pair are closely matched. Each of these 44 chromosomes is called a(n) _____.
A) allele
B) gamete
C) autosome
D) blastocyst

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The closely matched pairs of chromosomes (excluding the sex chromosomes) are known as autosomes. Alleles refer to alternative forms of a gene, gametes are sex cells, and blastocysts are not related to chromosome pairs.

In 22 of the 23 Pairs of Chromosomes, Both Members