Asked by Kaitlyn Higginbotham on Apr 24, 2024
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If a person has a portion of number 5 chromosome missing, they may have
A) Down syndrome.
B) cri du chat syndrome.
C) Turner syndrome.
D) Klinefelter syndrome.
E) Jacobs syndrome.
Cri Du Chat Syndrome
A genetic disorder caused by a missing piece of chromosome 5, characterized by a high-pitched cry resembling a cat, intellectual disability, and developmental delays.
Chromosome Missing
A condition where an individual lacks one chromosome from the normal chromosome number, leading to genetic disorders.
- Identify the genetic basis and symptoms of various chromosomal disorders.
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Charlotte Kelsey7 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Cri du chat syndrome, also known as 5p- (5p minus) syndrome, is caused by a deletion of a portion of the short arm of chromosome 5. This results in developmental delays, intellectual disability, characteristic facial features, and a distinctive cry that sounds like a cat's meow. Down syndrome, Turner syndrome, Klinefelter syndrome, and Jacobs syndrome are all caused by different chromosomal abnormalities.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the genetic basis and symptoms of various chromosomal disorders.