Homologous Chromosomes Flashcards
1
Q
What are homologous pairs?
A
Pairs of matching chromosomes
2
Q
How many pairs of chromosomes do humans have?
A
23
3
Q
Where will the alleles coding for the same characteristic be found?
A
At the same fixed position (locus) on each chromosome in a homologous pair
4
Q
What is the same about both chromosomes in a homologous pair?
A
Same size and have the same genes
5
Q
What could be different about chromosomes in a homologous pair?
A
Alleles
