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Explain the sex determination of a baby in human. Justify your answer.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Chromosomes**: In humans, sex determination is based on the presence of specific chromosomes known as sex chromosomes. Humans have a total of 46 chromosomes, which include 22 pairs of autosomes and one pair of sex chromosomes. 2. **Identifying Sex Chromosomes**: The sex chromosomes are designated as X and Y. Females have two X chromosomes (XX), while males have one X and one Y chromosome (XY). 3. **Role of Gametes**: During reproduction, the male and female contribute gametes (sperm and ovum). The ovum (egg) from the female always carries an X chromosome. The sperm from the male can carry either an X or a Y chromosome. ...
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