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Which chromosomes determine the male sex of the child?


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1. A sex chromosome is a type of chromosome that helps in gender determination.
2. Humans and most other mammals have the X and Y chromosomes.
3. Males have both X and Y chromosomes, whereas females have two X chromosomes in their cells.

4. All egg cells have X chromosomes, whereas sperm cells have either X or Y chromosomes.

5. In this arrangement, the male chooses the sex of the offspring after fertilization.


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