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Match the following characteristics with the appropriate chromosome:
Y chromosome = Sex-determining chromosome in many species X chromosome = Paired with Y chromosome in therian mammals Chromosome 19 = Similar in size to the Y chromosome Human Y chromosome = Carries 42 exclusive protein-coding genes
Match the following facts with the correct chromosome or gene:
Y chromosome = One of the fastest-evolving parts of the human genome SRY gene = Triggers male development in mammals
Match the following chromosomes or genes with their unique characteristics:
Y chromosome = Determines the male or female sex of offspring in sexual reproduction Human Y chromosome = Carries 693 genes SRY gene = Contained in the Y chromosome
Match the following attributes with the correct chromosome:
Y chromosome = Passed only from father to son Human Y chromosome = Has a total of 107 protein-coding genes Chromosome 19 = Similar in size to the Y chromosome
Match the following features with the appropriate chromosome or gene:
Y chromosome = Has about 62 million base pairs SRY gene = Triggers male development in mammals Human Y chromosome = Carries 42 exclusive protein-coding genes
Test your knowledge about the Y chromosome and its role in determining the sex of offspring. Explore the gene SRY and its influence on male development in mammals.
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