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Question
Why is the Drosophila male fly referred to as heterogametic?
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Solution
The Drosophila male fly is referred to as heterogametic because it produces two types of gametes, one with the X chromosome and the other with the Y chromosome. This contrasts with the female, which produces only one type of gamete, all with the X chromosome.
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