Are we born male or female?

At conception, an individual is genetically determined to be male or female based on the combination of sex chromosomes inherited from their parents—typically, XX for female and XY for male. However, biological sex is not solely determined by chromosomes; factors such as hormones and environmental influences also play a role in sexual development. Additionally, gender identity, which may not align with biological sex, is shaped by a combination of biological, social, and personal factors. Thus, while we are born with a biological sex, gender identity can be more complex.