Michael Is Color-Blind

question 178

Multiple Choice

Michael is color-blind. His gene for color blindness is most likely a _____.

• A) dominant gene on his X chromosome
• B) dominant gene on his Y chromosome
• C) recessive gene on his X chromosome
• D) recessive gene on his Y chromosome

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Humans

Homo sapiens, the species of bipedal primates to which modern humans belong, characterized by a high level of cognitive ability and complex social structures.

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