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Question
Differentiate between the following:
Homogametic and Heterogametic
Distinguish Between
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Solution
| Homogametic | Heterogametic |
| An individual that produces only one type of gamete with respect to sex chromosomes. | An individual that produces two different types of gametes with respect to sex chromosomes. |
| The sex chromosomes are identical (XX or ZZ). | The sex chromosomes are different (XY or ZW). |
| All gametes carry the same sex chromosome. | Half the gametes carry one sex chromosome, and the other half carry the other sex chromosome. |
| Example: Human female (XX) is homogametic and produces only X-bearing ova. | Example: Human male (XY) is heterogametic and produces X-bearing and Y-bearing sperm. |
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