The Fact That Calico Cats Are Only Female Supports the Theory

question 38

Multiple Choice

The fact that calico cats are only female supports the theory of

• A) testosterone inactivation of Y-chromosome genes.
• B) mutations in all genes on one X chromosome.
• C) X-chromosome inactivation and Barr bodies in females.
• D) two X chromosomes being required for coat color in cats.

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