MadSci Network: Genetics
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Subject: What physical traits are associated with the X chromosome?

Date: Sun Jul 1 19:51:44 2001
Posted by Karsten
Grade level: grad (science) School: No school entered.
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Area of science: Genetics
ID: 994031504.Ge
Message:

It seems apparent that my brother and I received a different X chromosome from 
our mother.  I based this on the development of male pattern baldness, which, 
from what I understand, is linked with the X chromosome.  My younger brother 
has classical, and rather advanced, symptoms for male pattern baldness, whilst 
I have been able to hold on to a very healthy crop of hair.

Is the assumption that we each inherited the different X chromosome correct?  
(my mothers-father was bold at an early age however my mothers-mothers-father 
never went bold).

If so, what are other physical traits linked to the X chromosome that may 
differ between my brother and I?  Despite similarities we have some obvious 
differences – my brother is considerably taller, lighter in build, has lighter 
(and less) hair, grows sparse gingery facial hair, and he is partially colour 
blind (!).  Does the X chromosome explain these differences??

Thank you in advance,





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