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How many pairs of chromosomes are present in human beings ? Out of these how many are sex chromosomes ? How many types of sex chromosomes are found in human beings ? "The sex of a new born child is a matter of chance and none of the parents may be newborn to justify this statement.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Determine the Total Number of Chromosome Pairs in Humans**: - Humans have a total of **23 pairs of chromosomes**. This means there are 46 chromosomes in total (23 from the mother and 23 from the father). 2. **Identify the Number of Sex Chromosome Pairs**: - Out of the 23 pairs, **1 pair** is designated as sex chromosomes. This pair determines the sex of the individual. ...
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