The number and appearance of a cell's chromosomes, including lengths, banding patterns, and centromere positions, are collectively called what?

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A karyotype is a visual representation of the number and appearance of an individual's chromosomes, including their lengths, banding patterns, and centromere positions. It is commonly used in genetic testing to detect chromosomal abnormalities and diagnose genetic disorders. Somatosome and polyploidy, on the other hand, are not related to the appearance of a cell's chromosomes.

The Number and Appearance of a Cell's Chromosomes, Including Lengths