Which of the Following Is True of the Sex Chromosomes

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the sex chromosomes?

• A) The Y chromosome controls the development of the male sex glands.
• B) The Y chromosome contains the blueprints for male fetus development.
• C) The Y chromosome contains the blueprints for the female fetus.
• D) The mother donates her Y chromosome to form a female fetus.
• E) The sex chromosomes are the largest among the 23 pairs.

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