The Sex of Most Mammals, Birds, and Insects Is Determined

question 78

Multiple Choice

The sex of most mammals, birds, and insects is determined by

• A) the temperature.
• B) the external environment.
• C) sex chromosomes.
• D) parental age.
• E) the internal environment.

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