The scientist who discovered the sex chromosomes was: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The scientist who discovered the sex chromosomes was:
A. Thomas Hunt Morgan
B. Walter Sutton
C. Gregor Mendel
D. Nettie Stevens
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Nettie Stevens (1905) discovered that sex is determined by the XY chromosomes in beetles. Morgan later confirmed chromosomal theory. Mendel discovered laws of inheritance.

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