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What is a Chromosome? How Many Pairs of Autosomes Are Present in Human Beings? - Science and Technology 2

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What is a chromosome? How many pairs of autosomes are present in human beings?

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  1. A chromosome is a thread-like structure of nucleic acid and proteins found in the nucleus of most living cells. It carries genetic information in the form of genes.
  2. In human beings, there are 22 pairs or 44 autosomes.
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