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Explain the types of chromosome-based on function. |
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Answer» Based on function, the chromosomes are classified into: 1. Autosomes: Autosomes contain genes that determine the somatic (body) characters. Male and female have an equal number of autosomes. 2. Allosomes: Allosomes are responsible for determining the sex of an individual. They are also called sex chromosomes or heterochromosomes. There are two types of sex chromosomes. The human male has one X chromosome and one Y chromosome and human female have two X chromosomes. |
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