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The human chromosome with the highest and least number of genes in them are respectively:

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The human genome has 23 pairs of chromosomes, with gene distribution varying significantly across them.
Updated On: Jan 29, 2025
  • Chromosome 21 and Y.
  • Chromosome 1 and X.
  • Chromosome 1 and Y.
  • Chromosome X and Y.
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The Correct Option is C

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Step 1: Chromosome with the highest number of genes. - Chromosome 1 has the highest number of genes, with approximately 2,000–3,000 genes. 
Step 2: Chromosome with the least number of genes. - Chromosome Y has the least number of genes, with around 50–60 functional genes.

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