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A chromosome is a thread-like structure made up of DNA and proteins that carries genetic information in the form of genes. It is located inside the nucleus of a cell and is visible under a microscope during cell division. A chromosome contains the DNA blueprint that determines an organism's characteristics and traits. Humans typically have 23 pairs of chromosomes, with one set inherited from each parent.
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