Breakthrough in Height Research: Scientists have discovered a specific gene that contributes to the difference in height between men and women, with men generally being around 5 inches taller:

Breakthrough in Height Research: Scientists have discovered a specific gene that contributes to the difference in height between men and women, with men generally being around 5 inches taller:

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Category : Science and Tech Published on: May 22 2025

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  • Men are usually about five inches taller than women, but scientists have long wondered why. Now, a new study points to a possible reason: A gene called SHOX.
  • It involves a gene called SHOX, which is known to be associated with height. SHOX is present on both the X chromosome — females have two X chromosomes — and the Y chromosome; males have one X and one Y.
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