5 Interesting DNA Facts You Might Not Know

DNA stores amazing information. With just a few drops of saliva, it can trace your genes to Senegal or Scandinavia. Here are some facts you want to know about DNA.

1

Humans have 46 chromosomes. One chromosome can have as few as 50 million base pairs or as many as 250 million base pairs.

2

Our entire DNA sequence would fill 200 1,000-page New York City telephone directories.

3

DNA is used to determine the pedigree of livestock or pets.

4

Every human being shares 99% of their DNA with every other human.

5

You have 98% of your DNA in common with a chimpanzee.