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Why do X and Y chromosomes determine a persons sex?


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Human females contain two X chromosomes, and males contain one X and one Y chromosome. In the absence of a Y chromosome, a human fetus will develop as a female. This indicates that a gene or genes on the Y chromosome determines "maleness". Several genes that are required for male development have been located on the Y chromosome, but as far as I know, the "master" gene has not yet been identified.

-Brian


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