In the human cell, threadlike structures that come in 23 pairs, one member of each pair originating from each parent, and that contain DNA are called

A) chromosomes.
B) ergosomes.
C) ribosomes.
D) polysomes.

Chromosomes

In the human cell, threadlike structures that come in 23 pairs, one member of each pair originating from each parent, and that contain DNA.

DNA

Deoxyribonucleic acid, a molecule that carries the genetic instructions used in the growth, development, functioning, and reproduction of all known living organisms and many viruses.

Threadlike Structures

Often refers to the strands of DNA found in the cell nucleus which carry genetic information for the development, functioning, growth, and reproduction of all known organisms.