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.