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Yes, females can be colorblind, but it's much less common than in males. Color blindness is usually inherited and is linked to the X chromosome. Since females have two X chromosomes (XX), they would need both of their X chromosomes to carry the gene for color blindness for them to be affected. Males, on the other hand, have only one X chromosome (XY), so if they inherit the gene for color blindness on their X chromosome, they will be colorblind.
Because of this, color blindness is more common in males (about 8% of men) and less common in females (around 0.5% of women). However, it’s still possible for females to have color blindness, especially if they inherit the gene from both parents.
In short: females can be colorblind, but it's rare.
Because of this, color blindness is more common in males (about 8% of men) and less common in females (around 0.5% of women). However, it’s still possible for females to have color blindness, especially if they inherit the gene from both parents.
In short: females can be colorblind, but it's rare.