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Infographic
Among the 24 chromosomes that make up the human genome, the Y chromosome is unique for its highly repetitive structure. Scientists are studying the Y and its unusual features to better understand human health and disease.
… ago.  One of the genes on the Y chromosome is the SRY gene . The protein produced by this gene turns on a set of other genes that cause the embryo to … certain sex characteristics, such as testes. If the SRY gene doesn’t produce a functional protein, the embryo will …
Infographic
The X chromosome is part of sexual development and many other biological processes, including how some cats get their distinctive coat colors.
For Teachers
The Your Genome & You infographic introduces the basics of genetics and genomics, and how the science impacts our lives.