Gonosoma [Ono- + [Romo)Som]

There are many surprising terms in the world of science that sometimes raise more questions than answers among the uninitiated. One such term is Gonsoma. This term was created by combining two words: "It" and "Romo" and has the meaning of half a chromosome, but not just a chromosome. Let's see what does this mean?

Let's start with the fact that each organism in the animal and plant world has its own unique set of genes, which is necessary for its existence. These genes are usually stored on chromosomes, which are found in the body's cells. One cell usually contains 46 chromosomes (23 pairs). Geneticists who study the human genome call this number 46 for sex chromosomes. The number 46, which is often mentioned, is a real number: 23 pairs, or 46.

Chromosomes in organisms can be divided into two categories: sexual and autosomal. Sex chromosomes differ from autosomal chromosomes in that they can reproduce. G