The human X and Y chromosomes are

A) both present in every somatic cell of males and females alike.
B) of approximately equal size
C) almost entirely homologous, despite their different names.
D) called "sex chromosomes" because they determine an individual's sex.
E) all of the above


Ans: D) called "sex chromosomes" because they determine an individual's sex.

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