The human haploid number of chromosomes is:
A)50
B)46
C)23
D)25

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The human haploid number of chromosomes is 23, meaning humans have 23 chromosomes in each gamete (sex cell) which combine to form the diploid number of 46 chromosomes in each somatic (non-sex) cell. Choice A (50) and D (25) are incorrect as they are not the correct haploid or diploid numbers for humans. Choice B (46) is the correct diploid number for humans, but not the haploid number.

The Human Haploid Number of Chromosomes Is