Is genetic diversity due entirely to inherited genes on the sex chromosomes?

Is genetic diversity due entirely to inherited genes on the sex chromosomes?


A) Yes, because the female has two X chromosomes and the male has only one X chromosome.

B) Yes, because the male has a Y chromosome.

C) Yes, because genetic diversity is due to the Y influence on the autosomes.

D) No, because genetic diversity has nothing to do with the sex chromosomes but is due to crossing-over of chromosomes, independent assortment of chromosomes, and segregation of chromosomes.


Answer: D) No, because genetic diversity has nothing to do with the sex chromosomes but is due to crossing-over of chromosomes, independent assortment of chromosomes, and segregation of chromosomes.


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