All of the cells of the human body (except for sperm and ova cells) contain _______________ chromosomes.
A) 23
B) 46
C) 23,000
D) 46,000

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The human body contains 46 chromosomes in each of its cells, arranged as 23 pairs. Each parent contributes one set of 23 chromosomes to their offspring, resulting in a total of 46 chromosomes. This is called the diploid number of chromosomes. Sperm and ova cells, on the other hand, contain only 23 chromosomes each, which is half the diploid number. This is called the haploid number of chromosomes, and it allows for the fusion of two gamete cells during fertilization to result in a new diploid organism.

All of the Cells of the Human Body (Except for Sperm