Multiple choice

What is the function of the SRY gene?

  1. codes for an RNA molecule

  2. codes for RNA that activates the Y chromosome

  3. codes for a protein that regulates genes controlling ovaries

  4. located on Y, regulates genes that control dev of testes
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Explanation

The SRY gene (Sex-determining Region Y) is located on the Y chromosome and acts as a master switch to trigger the development of testes in the embryo.

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