In humans, the number of autosomal chromosomes in a sperm is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In humans, the number of autosomal chromosomes in a sperm is:
A. 44
B. 46
C. 22
D. 23
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Human sperm is haploid (n=23) containing 22 autosomes and one sex chromosome (X or Y). Somatic cells have 44 autosomes + XY or XX.

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