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What does Homogametic mean?


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Homogametic:

  1. It is a condition where identical gametes are formed.
  2. The sex chromosomes are holomorphic.
  3. Females are one such example of Homogametic as they contain two X chromosomes.
  4. Homogamy is used to define the organism.
  5. Males on the other hand are heterogametic, i.e., they contain two different gametes (XY).
a. In humans, males are heterogametic and females are homogametic.Explain.  Are there any examples where males are homogametic and females heterogametic?b.  Also describe as to, who determines the sex of an unborn

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