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Chromosomes are structures within cells that carry DNA, RNA, and proteins. Each chromosome is DNA tightly wound around proteins that support its structure. Chromosomes are not visible in the cell unless the cell is dividing and much of the knowledge concerning chromosomes is learned by observing cells during division. In humans, chromosomes are classified in two ways: