Chromosome I from your mother and chromosome I from your father are said to be homologous.This is because the chromosomes:

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Homologous chromosomes refer to a pair of chromosomes that have the same genes in the same order but may have different versions (alleles) of those genes. This is important for genetic variation and inheritance. Therefore, choice C is correct as homologous chromosomes have the same genes on them. A is incorrect as chromosome size doesn't necessarily determine homology. B is incorrect as homologous chromosomes do not have different genes on them. D is incorrect as the sex chromosomes are not always homologous.

Chromosome I from Your Mother and Chromosome I from Your