With Just One Exception, Each Body Cell in a Human

question 16

True/False

With just one exception, each body cell in a human being has 23 single chromosomes.

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Definitions:

Thalamus

A structure in the brain that acts as a relay station for transmitting information between different areas of the brain.

Gonad

An organ in animals that produces gametes; testes in males and ovaries in females.

Adrenal

Referring to the adrenal glands or their function, which is to produce hormones like cortisol and adrenaline that help control stress, metabolism, blood pressure, and other vital functions.

Endocrine System

A network of glands and organs that produce, store, and secrete hormones to regulate the body's metabolism, growth, and development.