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BIO 101 Last Min Prep Objective Question

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The syndrome in humans in which an individual's somatic cells contain the three sex chromosomes XXX is called: A. Klinefelter's B. Turner's C. Down's D. superfemale E. hermaphrodites
Options
A Klinefelter's
B Turner's
C Down's
D superfemale
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

An individual with an XXX sex chromosome complement is often referred to as a 'superfemale' or, more accurately, as having Triple X syndrome. They are phenotypically female.

Hint

This is a condition in females with an extra X.

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