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Which statement best compares chromosomes and genes in humans?

Each human cell contains 23 pairs of chromosomes, while each human cell contains thousands of genes.
Chromosomes determine a human's traits, while genes determine a human's lifespan.

Chromosomes in humans are used for protein synthesis, while genes are used in cell communication.
Human chromosomes are protected from mutations, while genes are vulnerable to mutations.

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the answer is: Chromosomes in humans are used for protein synthesis, while genes are used in cell communication.

Human chromosomes are protected from mutations, while genes are vulnerable to mutations.

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The first is the correct and if it is wrong you can use the explanation and you will know the answer

Step-by-step explanation:

Genes are segments of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) that contain the code for a specific protein that functions in one or more types of cells in the body. Chromosomes are structures within cells that contain a person's genes. Genes are contained in chromosomes, which are in the cell nucleus

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