Y chromosome

This morning, Prof. Alexey Savov, the head of the National Genetic Laboratory SBALAG "Maichin Dom" in Bulgaria, discussed the possibility of individuals with XY chromosomes developing as women. Speaking on Nova TV, he addressed the topic in the context of female boxers competing in the Olympics in Paris this year.

British geneticists have estimated that after a few million years Y chromosome will disappear and male sex with it, writes Science Syndicate.

The male chromosome contains genes that do not seem necessary for life. In particular, the SRY gene, defining the development of the male organism.