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X-linked recessive gene easily express in :-

A

male

B

female

C

equal in male and female

D

not easily express

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To solve the question "X-linked recessive gene easily express in:", we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand X-linked Inheritance**: - X-linked genes are located on the X chromosome. In humans, females have two X chromosomes (XX), while males have one X and one Y chromosome (XY). 2. **Identify the Nature of X-linked Recessive Genes**: - An X-linked recessive gene will express its trait if it is present in a homozygous condition in females (meaning both X chromosomes carry the recessive allele). In contrast, males only need one copy of the recessive allele (on their single X chromosome) to express the trait. 3. **Analyze the Expression in Males and Females**: - In females (XX), a recessive trait will only be expressed if both X chromosomes carry the recessive allele. This means females can be carriers (having one recessive allele and one dominant allele) without expressing the trait. - In males (XY), the presence of a single recessive allele on the X chromosome will result in the expression of the trait, as there is no corresponding allele on the Y chromosome to mask it. 4. **Conclusion**: - Since males only need one copy of the recessive allele to express the trait, X-linked recessive genes are more easily expressed in males than in females. 5. **Final Answer**: - Therefore, the correct answer to the question is that X-linked recessive genes easily express in **males**.
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