Which of the following determines genetic sex (male or female) in mammals?

A. the genetic makeup of the parents
B. the Y chromosome contained in the egg
C. the SRY gene on the Y chromosome
D. the temperature of the developing fetus
E. the acrosome of the sperm


Answer: C

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