Essentials of Genetics - Masteringgenetic
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Chapter 5, Problem 26PDQ
Shown here are graphs that plot the percentage of fertilized eggs containing males against the atmospheric temperature during early development in (a) snapping turtles and (b) most lizards. Interpret these data as they relate to the effect of temperature on sex determination.
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