The Quran accurately describes the formation of the embryo and correctly states that the male contribution determines the gender of the child.

Dr. Jamal Badawi argues that the Quran's references to _Nutfah_ imply that it solely refers to male seminal fluid, thereby aligning with modern genetic understanding. However, this interpretation overlooks the broader context provided by various translations of the Quran. Notably, translations by Dr. Muhammad Taqi-ud-Din Al-Hilali and Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan clarify that _Nutfah_ encompasses both male and female contributions to conception. In several verses, such as Surah 80:17-19 and Surah 76:2, the Quran explicitly mentions _Nutfah_ as 'mixed semen drops' from both male and female. This indicates that the Quran acknowledges the role of both parents in the creation of a child, which contradicts Badawi's claim that it solely refers to the male contribution. Furthermore, verses like Surah 75:37-39 and Surah 53:45-47 reinforce this understanding by describing the process of creation in a manner that includes both male and female contributions. The Quran's portrayal of embryology does not align with a strict male-centric interpretation but rather presents a more inclusive view of human reproduction. Therefore, while the Quran does discuss embryology, the assertion that it accurately reflects modern genetic science by attributing gender determination solely to the male is not supported by the text itself. Instead, the Quran presents a more nuanced understanding of human creation that acknowledges both male and female roles.