Asked by Silvia Toloza on Sep 27, 2024

First-cousin marriage causes significant increases in genetic deficiency.​

First-cousin Marriage

A marriage between individuals who have one set of grandparents in common, legally and culturally accepted in some societies but prohibited in others.

Genetic Deficiency

A lack or shortage in the genetic makeup that can lead to diseases or health problems.

  • Identify cultural norms and legal statutes governing marital and familial connections.