how many sets of chromosomes do humans have

Humans have 2 sets of chromosomes in most of their body cells, for a total of 46 chromosomes arranged as 23 pairs.

Quick Scoop

• Human body (somatic) cells are diploid , meaning they carry 2 full sets of chromosomes: one set from the mother and one from the father.

• That diploid setup gives 23 pairs, which equals 46 chromosomes in total.

• Egg and sperm cells are different: they are haploid and carry just 1 set of 23 chromosomes, so that when they combine, the embryo has 2 sets again.

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