chromosomes Flashcards
1
Q
Where are chromosomes found?
A
Nuclues of every living cell
2
Q
DNA molecule in chromosomes?
A
Histones
3
Q
Various DNA segments
A
Genes
4
Q
Why is replication important?
A
To ensure the daughter cells formed are geneticaly identical to the mother cell
5
Q
Chromosomes in humans are?
A
Dipolid
6
Q
Number of chromosomes in humans
A
46
7
Q
Half of diploid
A
hiploid = 23 chromosomes
8
Q
What are gametes
A
Sex cells