MCQ
In Drosophila, the sex is determined by
  • A
    The ratio of pairs of $X$-chromosomes to the pairs of autosomes
  • B
    Whether the egg is fertilized or develops parthenogenetically
  • The ratio of number of $X$-chromosomes to the set of autosomes
  • D
    $X$ and $Y$-chromosomes

Answer

Correct option: C.
The ratio of number of $X$-chromosomes to the set of autosomes
c
In Drosophila, sex is determined by the ratio number of $X$-chromosomes to the set of autosomes.

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