Why do Y & Z end the alphabet?

The Romans adapted Greek to form their own (Latin) alphabet.

Initially they did not include Y or Z, believing them to be unnecessary. Later, however they began incorporating more Greek words into Latin vocabulary. At this stage they added Y & Z - at the end of the alphabet.

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