X-linked traits

A form of X-linked trait — Any trait or characteristic whose appearance or absence in a person is determined by a gene on the sex chromosomes. Typically, these genes are found on the X chromosome but not on the Y chromosome.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of X-linked trait
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