There is No Sex-, Handedness-, and Hand Grip Strengthrelated Dimorphism in Digit Ratio in both Sedentary and Athletic African Young People

Introduction: The ratio of second-to-fourth digit length (2D:4D) is sexually dimorphic and is generally higher in females compared to males. Digit ratio is believed to be a marker of prenatal testosterone exposure, and is related to physical strength. Lower 2D:4D is associated with greater physical...

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Main Authors: Abdulhakim Masari Aminu, Chidinma Nmesoma Udeze, Hauwa Samaila, Nabila Danzaria Yahya, Mariam Salako, Senol Dane
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Amber Publication 2018-12-01
Series:Journal of Research in Medical and Dental Science
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Online Access:https://www.jrmds.in/articles/there-is-no-sex-handedness-and-hand-grip-strengthrelated-dimorphism-in-digit-ratio-in-both-sedentary-and-athletic-african-young-pe.pdf