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Nettie Stevens and the Discovery of Sex Chromosomes

Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe

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This chapter explores the historical journey of sex determination, from Aristotle's theories to early 20th-century breakthroughs. It emphasizes Nettie Stevens' crucial discovery of X and Y chromosomes, which established the link between genetics and gender traits.

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