Food for Thought...Literally

Potatoes, tomatoes, bananas...they're not just dinner, they're science surprises! #biology #didyouknow #foodie

Chromosome Count: While humans possess 46 chromosomes, the humble potato carries 48 within its cells.

Gene Giants: Tomatoes boast a surprisingly large number of genes, approximately 31,760, surpassing the roughly 20,000-25,000 genes found in humans.

Banana Cousins: Approximately 60% of the active genes we use are shared with bananas. This highlights the interconnectedness of life, but it's important to remember that our overall DNA makeup remains significantly different.

SIDE Note: It's easy to oversimplify comparisons between complex lifeforms. The number of chromosomes or genes doesn't directly translate to an organism being more complex or advanced.