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Differentiate between:

Heterogametic and Homogametic


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  1. The heterogametic term is used for organisms that have two distinct sex chromosomes.
  2. An organism is termed homogametic if it has both the same type of sex chromosomes.

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Heterogametic

Homogametic

1.Two types of gametes are produced.One type of gamete is produced.
2.For example - A human male (XY) produces X and Y gametes.For example - A human female (XX) produces one type of gamete X.

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