How Many Chromosomes Do Humans Normally Have in Their Somatic

question 9

Multiple Choice

How many chromosomes do humans normally have in their somatic cells?

• A) 22
• B) 23
• C) 44
• D) 45
• E) 46

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Definitions:

Distinct Quartets

Unique groupings of four elements or signals, often referencing specific patterns in spectroscopy or nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) studies.

Off-Resonance Decoupled

A technique in NMR spectroscopy used to simplify the spectrum by selectively irradiating and removing the coupling of certain nuclei.

Molecular Formula

A concise way of expressing information about the atoms that constitute a particular chemical compound, using symbols for the elements and numerical subscripts to indicate the quantity of each atom.

NMR Spectrum

A depiction of the nuclear magnetic resonance of atoms within molecules, providing detailed information about the structure, dynamics, and environment of the molecule.