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Where is the Y chromosome found in humans?
Quick Answer
The Y chromosome is one of the two sex chromosomes found in the nuclei of many male cells. Most females typically do not have a Y chromosome.
The Full Story
The Y chromosome is found in the nucleus as one of the 46 chromosomes in cells of many males. It is paired with an X chromosome in typical male karyotypes, while typical females have two X chromosomes. The Y chromosome carries the SRY gene, which plays a key role in initiating male sex development. It is much smaller than the X chromosome and contains fewer genes.
Key Facts
1.The Y chromosome is a sex chromosome
2.Typical male cells have one X and one Y
3.It carries the SRY gene
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