Despite its relatively small size, the Y chromosome is composed of several key genes involved in bone and blood development. In fact, Y-linked mutations are responsible for hemophilia.

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Hemophilia is not caused by Y-linked mutations but rather by mutations on the X chromosome. It is an X-linked recessive disorder, meaning that it predominantly affects males, who inherit the mutated gene from their mothers.

Despite Its Relatively Small Size, the Y Chromosome Is Composed