Pearson eText Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology -- Instant Access (Pearson+)
Pearson eText Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology -- Instant Access (Pearson+)
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Author: Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk
Publisher: PEARSON+
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Sex chromosome is responsible for determining an individual’s sex. There are two types of chromosomes in case of mammals; X and Y chromosomes. These both are responsible for determining an individual’s sex.

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