MHT CET Medical202625 April 2026Morning ShiftBiologyMolecular Basis of InheritanceActual
In Homo sapiens , the estimated gene number is ________.
Options
- A33 , 000
- B25 , 000
- C19 , 000
- D68 , 000
Correct answer
A. 33 , 000
Step-by-step solution
The Human Genome Project (HGP) initially estimated the number of protein-coding genes in Homo sapiens to be roughly between 30,000 and 40,000. Standard scientific consensus from early genome drafts often referred to this range. Among the provided options, 33,000 is the closest and most appropriate value that falls within this estimated range. Answer: 33 , 000