what are sex chromosomes and autosomes
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sex chromosomes-
a chromosome concerned in determining the sex of an organism, typically one of two kinds.
Definition. noun, plural: autosomes. (genetics) Any chromosome not considered as a sex chromosome, or is not involved in sex determination. It occurs in pairs in somatic cells and singly in sex cells (gametes)
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Sex chromosomes
Sex chromosomes are the chromosomes that determine the gender of the particular cell.
If the chromosome contains the alleles X and Y then it is the female gender.
If the chromosome contains the alleles X and X then it is the male gender.
Autosomes
Autosomes are the 22 pairs of chromosomes which determine the body or somatic functions of the organism.
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