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What is the role of the Y-chromosome in human sex determination?

The Y-chromosome carries the SRY gene, which triggers male development in humans. This follows from NCERT principle where relation explains outcome clearly for students.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Botany section), Chapter: Biology - Botany portion covering relevant concept, Topic: Plant structure, physiology and applications.

What is the primary genetic cause of hemophilia?

Hemophilia is a sex-linked recessive disorder caused by a mutation in the X chromosome. This follows from NCERT principle where relation explains outcome clearly for students.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Botany section), Chapter: Biology - Botany portion covering relevant concept, Topic: Plant structure, physiology and applications.