Question

The diploid chromosome number of an organism is usually represented as 2n. Humans have a diploid chromosome number of 46. What would be the expected haploid chromosome number in a human?

a) 12
b) 16
c) 23
d) 24
e) 92

Answer 1

The haploid chromosome number in humans is 23, which is half of the diploid number, 46.

Step-by-step explanation:

The expected haploid chromosome number in a human, represented as n, would be half of the diploid number, which is 46 (2n).

Since the haploid number is one set of chromosomes found in gametes (sperm or eggs), and humans have 23 pairs of chromosomes in their diploid cells, the haploid chromosome number in humans is 23. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is (c) 23.