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Phenotypically, Turner's syndrome humans are

A

males

B

females

C

Super females

D

Inter-sex individuals

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Turner Syndrome**: - Turner syndrome is a genetic condition that affects females, characterized by the absence of one of the two X chromosomes. This results in a chromosomal pattern of 45 chromosomes, represented as 44 autosomes and one X chromosome (XO). 2. **Chromosomal Composition**: - In normal females, the chromosomal composition is 46 (44 + XX). In Turner syndrome, the composition is 45 (44 + X0), indicating the absence of one X chromosome. 3. **Phenotypic Characteristics**: - Due to the absence of one X chromosome, individuals with Turner syndrome exhibit specific phenotypic traits: - **Sterility**: They are typically sterile due to underdeveloped ovaries. - **Underdeveloped Secondary Sexual Characteristics**: They may have minimal breast development and lack the typical female secondary sexual characteristics. - **Absence of Menstruation**: Due to the underdevelopment of the ovaries, menstruation does not occur. 4. **Evaluating the Options**: - **Option 1: Male**: This is incorrect as Turner syndrome only occurs in females. - **Option 2: Female**: This is correct as individuals with Turner syndrome are phenotypically female but with specific characteristics. - **Option 3: Super Female**: This is incorrect as super females have an extra X chromosome (XXX). - **Option 4: Intersex Individual**: This is also incorrect as Turner syndrome does not classify as intersex. 5. **Conclusion**: - The correct answer is that phenotypically, individuals with Turner syndrome are classified as **female**.
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