The Sex of a Human Child is Determined by The

Question

The sex of a human child is determined by the
A) loci.
B) egg.
C) presence or absence of specific autosomes.
D) presence or absence of the Y chromosome.

Accepted Answer

The presence or absence of the Y chromosome is the primary determinant of male or female development in humans. If the individual has a Y chromosome, they will typically develop into a male, while those without a Y chromosome will develop into a female.