Asked by Meegan Rossier on May 11, 2024
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Carriers of the sickle-cell gene die less often from _____,which is prevalent and lethal in parts of Africa.
Sickle-cell Gene
A hereditary gene that causes red blood cells to become misshapen and sickle-shaped, leading to various health complications.
Malaria
A life-threatening disease transmitted through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito, caused by Plasmodium parasites.
- Understand the interplay between genetic elements and environmental influences in shaping human traits.
- Describe the distinct genetic configurations that affect human traits and disorders.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the interplay between genetic elements and environmental influences in shaping human traits.
- Describe the distinct genetic configurations that affect human traits and disorders.