What is a chromosome?
A chromosome is a structure made up of DNA and proteins that carries genetic information in living organisms. It can be thought of as a tightly coiled thread-like structure that is visible under a microscope during cell division. Chromosomes are located in the nucleus of cells and contain multiple genes, which are segments of DNA responsible for specific traits or characteristics. Each species has a specific number of chromosomes, and they are organized in pairs. Humans, for example, have 23 pairs of chromosomes, totaling 46 in each cell except for reproductive cells. Chromosomes play a vital role in the inheritance of traits from parents to offspring and are crucial for the normal functioning and development of an organism.
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