What causes the primitive gonads to develop into masculine structures?
A) The X chromosome
B) The sex region Y (SRY) gene
C) The sexually dimorphic nucleus
D) Müllerian inhibiting hormone

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The sex region Y (SRY) gene is responsible for initiating the development of masculine structures in a genetically male embryo. This gene is located on the Y chromosome and triggers the production of testosterone which stimulates the development of the male reproductive system.

What Causes the Primitive Gonads to Develop into Masculine Structures