Chromosomes Flashcards
1
Q
What does diploid mean?
A
Diploid means there are two of each chromosome
2
Q
What is the haploid number if human gametes?
A
23
3
Q
What are homologous pairs?
A
A matched pair of chromosomes with the same banding pattern and centromere position
4
Q
What is a karyotype?
A
The organisation of chromosomes into homologous pairs, ordered largest to smallest
