If an Allele Is Inherited on the X Chromosome, but Not

question 22

Multiple Choice

If an allele is inherited on the X chromosome, but not the Y, it is said to be an example of ________.

• A) autosomal inheritance
• B) X-linked inheritance
• C) chromosome theory of inheritance
• D) homogametic sex
• E) heterogametic sex

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