The ape Y chromosome evolves extremely rapidly, but the X chromosome is conserved
The complete genome sequences enable inter-species comparisons.
cross-posted from: https://rss.ponder.cat/post/2066
Makes sense. Males are largely disposable and therefore good for experimentation.
Genes usually end up highly conserved because they're essential for normal functioning. Makes sense that you wouldn't see many of these genes in the chromosome that more than half the population doesn't have.