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X chromosome
X chromosome (plural X chromosomes)


noun 
Definition:
 
sex chromosome: a chromosome present in both sexes that plays a role in determining the sex of an individual. Female mammals carry two X chromosomes and males carry one.
See also  Y chromosome
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