Human Biology (MindTap Course List)
Human Biology (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781305112100
Author: Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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To explain: A chromosome.

Introduction: Nucleus is the largest organelle of the cell. It contains chromosomes that are a thread-like structure and carry genetic information in the form of the gene.

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To distinguish: A haploid cell and a diploid cell.

Introduction: A chromosome is a thread-like structure made up of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA). It is tightly packed in the nucleus of a cell. Humans normally have 23 pairs of chromosomes.

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