Certain individuals with a Y chromosome develop into females because testosterone is not able to induce the formation of male sexual characteristics.This is most likely due to a defect in
A)the signaling molecule.
B)the receptor.
C)the transduction pathway.
D)the target protein.
E)the Y chromosome.

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The development of male sexual characteristics is dependent on the presence of testosterone. Testosterone acts through its specific receptor to induce male sexual differentiation. If there is a defect in the receptor, testosterone cannot exert its effects and the individual will develop as a female, despite having a Y chromosome.

Certain Individuals with a Y Chromosome Develop into Females Because