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Genes May Show 50% Recombination Either When the Genes Are

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Genes may show 50% recombination either when the genes are on different chromosomes or when the genes are far apart on the same chromosome.


Definitions:

Chromosome

A structure found in the nucleus of a cell, made from DNA and proteins, containing genetic information.

Intersex

A term that refers to individuals who are born with genitalia, chromosomes, and/or reproductive organs that do not fit typical binary notions of male or female bodies.

Ambiguous Genitalia

A condition where a newborn's external genitals do not appear clearly male or female.

Sex

Your sex depends on your genetic makeup—specifically, whether your sex chromosome is XX (female), XY (male) or X, XXY, XXYY, and so on. The latter sex chromosomes often result in a person who does not fit conventional male or female sex categories.

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