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An organism with the XX-XO sex determination has 2 pairs of autosomes and 1 X chromosome. From what type of individual is this cell?

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The cell with 2 pairs of autosomes and 1 X chromosome from the XX-XO sex determination system likely originates from a male individual, as this system is found in certain insects.

Step-by-step explanation:

The XX-XO sex determination system mentioned in the question is one found in certain types of insects, not mammals.

In this system, the presence of two sex chromosomes (XX) typically indicates a female organism, whereas a single X chromosome (XO) indicates a male.

Since the cell described has one X chromosome and two pairs of autosomes, it likely comes from a male individual. This type of cell would contribute to the diversity in the sex-linked inheritance patterns seen in nature.

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