Is an Individual with the XXY Combination of Chromosomes Anatomically

question 16

Multiple Choice

Is an individual with the XXY combination of chromosomes anatomically male or female?

• A) Male
• B) Female

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Definitions:

Sensory Input

Information gathered by the sensory organs that is then sent to the brain for processing.

Synapses

The junctions through which neurons signal to each other or to non-neuronal cells, allowing the transmission of electrical or chemical signals.

Gap Junctions

Specialized intercellular connections that allow for direct chemical and electrical communication between adjacent cells, facilitating the synchronization of cell activities.

Electrical Synapses

Specialized junctions through which cells of the nervous system signal to each other via direct flow of electric current.