Is it true that your somatic cells have chromosomes just like the ones in your dad's sperm and your mom's egg, but that those chromosomes are not so similar to the chromosomes that your dad had in his somatic cells? How can this be explained?

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David Arnold · Accepted Answer

The above statement is wrong.

Since germ cells are haploid while somatic cells are diploid, somatic cells are not able to contain chromosomes similar to those found in sperm or egg cells.

Kai Adams · Answer

undefined Yes, it's true. Somatic cells, like those in your body, have chromosomes similar to both your father's sperm and your mother's egg. However, the chromosomes in your somatic cells undergo a process called recombination during gamete formation, resulting in a unique combination of genetic material that is not identical to either parent's somatic cells. This process increases genetic diversity and contributes to the uniqueness of each individual.