This page explains the distinction between autosomes and sex chromosomes, detailing the pairing of autosomes and the unique aspects of sex chromosomes. It covers pseudo-autosomal regions that facilita...This page explains the distinction between autosomes and sex chromosomes, detailing the pairing of autosomes and the unique aspects of sex chromosomes. It covers pseudo-autosomal regions that facilitate recombination between X and Y chromosomes, and illustrates how sex-linked genes diverge from Mendelian inheritance due to sex chromosome influence and dosage compensation. Examples from Drosophila and birds are provided.
This page provides a comprehensive overview of a chapter on genetics, detailing topics like autosomes, sex chromosomes, pseudo-autosomal regions, sex linkage, and Y-linked genes. It also features a ch...This page provides a comprehensive overview of a chapter on genetics, detailing topics like autosomes, sex chromosomes, pseudo-autosomal regions, sex linkage, and Y-linked genes. It also features a chapter summary, relevant key terms, study questions, and answers.
