An X-linked gene is

A. a gene that encodes traits seen only in females.
B. a gene on the X chromosome.
C. a gene found on any chromosome; they are X-shaped when they are metaphase chromosomes.
D. a gene that is turned on (makes protein) only when the female hormone estrogen is present.
E. a gene on the X chromosome that encodes traits seen only in females.


B. a gene on the X chromosome.

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