Why Y Chromosomes Might Disappear

Is it possible that Y Chromosomes might actually disappear from genetic code? What would happen to species as we know them? We're generally taught that chromosomes determine an animal's sex, but turns out, it is way more nuanced than that. Learn what's going on in this new episode of SciShow, hosted by Rose Bear Don't Walk!

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