Autosomes are pairs of chromosomes (except for the X and Y chromosomes) found within the nucleus of each somatic cell in an individual. They are inherited equally from both parents and contain genes that determine various characteristics of an individual, such as eye color, height, etc.

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What Are Autosomes

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What are autosomes?

A) chromosomes inherited from both mother and father that determine a child's sexual identity
B) paired chromosomes,except for the X and Y chromosomes
C) cells with one set of chromosomes
D) cells with more than two sets of chromosomes
E) cells that divide uncontrollably

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