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Standard XII
Biology
Nucleolus
XY chromosome...
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XY chromosomes are

A
Homomorphic
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B
Heteromorphic
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C
Heterologous
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D
Both B and C
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Solution

The correct option is B Heteromorphic
Heteromorphic: differing from the normal form in size, shape, and function.
The X chromosome is metacentric whereas Y chromosome is acrocentric.

So, the correct answer is 'Heteromorphic'.

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