Genes on the X chromosomes are ________.
A) polygenic
B) X-linked
C) simple
D) holandric
E) Y-linked

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Genes located on the X chromosome are referred to as X-linked because they are physically present on the X chromosome. This distinguishes them from genes on the Y chromosome (Y-linked) or those that influence traits governed by multiple genes (polygenic). Holandric genes are specifically located on the Y chromosome, not the X chromosome.

Genes on the X Chromosomes Are ________