16.1 The X and Y Chromosomes

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Genes located along the X chromosome:

are called X-linked genes.

All organisms have either an X or Y chromosome, as these chromosomes are solely responsible for determining the sex of an individual.

false

During meiosis in female mammals, sex chromosomes segregate to produce two types of eggs: X-bearing eggs and Y-bearing eggs.

false

How can human X and Y chromosomes pair during meiosis even though they're of different lengths and most of their genes are different?

they pair through regions of homology located near the tips of the chromosomal arms

Homologous chromosomes usually have the same arrangement of genes along their length.

true


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