Females are much more likely than males to develop conditions influenced by genes that are located on the X chromosome,because they have two X chromosomes instead of one.

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Females have two X chromosomes, which means they have a backup copy of each gene on the X chromosome. This often provides protection against X-linked conditions, which are more commonly expressed in males who have only one X chromosome.

Females Are Much More Likely Than Males to Develop Conditions