Pearson eText Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology -- Instant Access (Pearson+)
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Chapter 10, Problem 1MC
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Introduction: Chromosomes are long thread-like structures that carry coded genetic information in the form of nucleotide sequences in DNA. They are transferred from one generation to the succeeding generation by the process of sexual reproduction.

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Correct answer: Option b. autosomes”

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Option b. is given as “autosomes”

Autosomes, also known as somatic chromosomes, are all the chromosomes present in the body other than the sex chromosomes. For a given species, both male and females have an equal set of chromosomes in all their cells except their gametes; however, different members of the chromosomes may have different structures. These autosomes are essential for influencing all the metabolic activities of the body except gametes.

Hence, option b is correct.

Reasons for incorrect answers:

Option a. is given as “sex chromosomes”.

Sex chromosomes or allosomes denote the chromosomes that are present in gametes. Male gametes have a different set of chromosomes, while female gametes have a separate set of chromosomes.

Hence, option a. is incorrect.

Option c. is given as “polyploid”.

Polyploid refers to organisms that have more than two sets of chromosomes in the genome.

Hence, option c. is incorrect.

Option d. is given as “chromatids”.

Chromatid includes the duplicated segment of a chromosome.

Hence, option d. is incorrect.

Hence, options a., c., and d are incorrect.

Conclusion

Autosomes are chromosomes that are present in every cell of male and female individuals.

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