Asked by Zy'Leecia O'Briant on Jun 02, 2024
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________ is an example of a recessive genetic disease that affects the formation of normal hemoglobin molecules.
A) Albinism
B) Sickle cell disease
C) Hemophilia
D) Down syndrome
E) Achondroplasia
Hemoglobin Molecules
Iron-containing oxygen-transport proteins in the red blood cells.
Recessive Genetic Disease
A disease caused by mutations in both copies of a gene pair in an individual; inheriting only one mutated gene typically results in being a carrier without showing disease symptoms.
- Identify and define genetic disorders and their modes of inheritance.
Verified Answer
AM
Armando Moreno PenaJun 08, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Sickle cell disease is a recessive genetic disorder that affects hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body. It causes red blood cells to become misshapen and break down.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and define genetic disorders and their modes of inheritance.