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In human beings, the statistical probability of getting either a male or female child is 50 : 50. Give a suitable explanation.
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In human beings, the statistical probability of getting either a male or female child is 50 : 50. Give a suitable explanation.
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The sex of a child is determined by the type of sex chromosome contributed by male gamete. The statistical probability of getting either a male or female child is 50: 50, because the ratio of male gametes containing X chromosome and those containing Y chromosome is 50 : 50.
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