Which of the following statements about chromosomes is correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following statements about chromosomes is correct?
A. Gametes contain two sets of chromosomes.
B. Human somatic cells have 23 chromosomes.
C. Chromosomes are made of DNA and proteins.
D. A karyotype shows the sequence of nucleotides.
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Chromosomes consist of DNA wrapped around histone proteins. Somatic cells have 46 chromosomes (23 pairs), gametes 23. A karyotype is a picture of chromosomes, not sequence.

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