Label:
Y Chromosome: SRY gene responsible for the masculinization process, Matt Ridley
Description:
Interviewee: Matt Ridley
DNAi Location:
Genome>tour>genome spots>Sex-determining factor
Location: chromosome Y
gene name: SRY
The Y chromosome carries a relatively tiny number of genes. However, it carries an important region, known as SRY, that determines the male sex. In the seventh week of development, this gene triggers a flurry of biological activity that causes a human embryo to develop into a male. In the absence of a Y chromosome, the embryo will continue to develop as a female.
Biological elements:
Y chromosome, SRY gene
Concepts precesses:
sex determination, masculinization
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