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Question

The human sex chromosomes determine the gender of the child, with XX being:

The correct answer is Female

XX Chromosomes and Gender Determination

In humans, gender is primarily determined by sex chromosomes. These are specific chromosomes that carry genes influencing sexual development.

Individuals inherit one sex chromosome from each parent. The combination of these chromosomes dictates the biological sex.

  • Females typically have two X chromosomes, denoted as XX.
  • Males typically have one X chromosome and one Y chromosome, denoted as XY.

The presence of the Y chromosome usually triggers male development. In the absence of a Y chromosome, the typical development pathway leads to a female.

Therefore, the XX chromosome configuration is associated with the female gender.

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