<P> The basic number of chromosomes in the somatic cells of an individual or a species is called the somatic number and is designated 2n . In the germ - line ( the sex cells ) the chromosome number is n ( humans : n = 23 ) . Thus , in humans 2n = 46 . </P>
<P> The basic number of chromosomes in the somatic cells of an individual or a species is called the somatic number and is designated 2n . In the germ - line ( the sex cells ) the chromosome number is n ( humans : n = 23 ) . Thus , in humans 2n = 46 . </P>
term for number of chromosomes for body except gametes 46 chromosomes
term for number of chromosomes for body except gametes 46 chromosomes
somatic number
somatic number