An allosome is a sex chromosome that differs from an ordinary autosome in form, size, or behavior. The human sex chromosomes are a typical pair of allosomes. The x chromosomes are present in ovum, and the y chromosomes are present in sperms.

References

• Hypermedia Glossary Of Genetic Terms: Allosome

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