Question

The number of pairs of autosomes in humans is:

• A. 24
• B. 23
• C. 11
• D. 22

Hint:

Humans have 46 chromosomes in total, out of which 44 are autosomes and 2 are sex chromosomes.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Humans have 23 pairs of chromosomes, out of which 22 pairs are autosomes (non-sex chromosomes), and the 23rd pair consists of sex chromosomes (XX in females, XY in males). Thus, the correct answer is \( \mathbf{(D) \text{22}} \).