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Sex chromosomes, also called allosomes, are responsible for determining an individual's gender, while the remaining chromosomes are referred to as autosomes. The nucleolus, a round structure within the nucleus, plays a role in ribosome production.

1. True
2. False
3. Cannot be determined
4. None of the above

Correct answer: True

Solution

The statement is correct. Allosomes determine sex, while autosomes are non-sex chromosomes. The nucleolus is indeed involved in ribosome synthesis.

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