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Which characteristics describe the genetic code of humans? Select three options.

can help in development of effective medications
can only help understand human genetics
can help explain genetic diseases
composed of about 19,000 genes
composed of 23 chromosomes

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The three characteristics that describe the genetic code of humans from the options provided are:

  1. Can help in development of effective medications - Understanding the genetic code can lead to the development of targeted therapies and personalized medicine.

  2. Can help explain genetic diseases - Analyzing the human genetic code can help identify mutations and genetic disorders, providing insight into the causes of various diseases.

  3. Composed of 23 chromosomes - Humans have 23 pairs of chromosomes, which comprise their genetic material.

The option stating "composed of about 19,000 genes" is slightly inaccurate; while the human genome has approximately 20,000-25,000 genes, the range indicated is not the commonly accepted figure. The correct number of genes is subject to ongoing research and may vary as science progresses.