Asked by GLAFIRA BAENA on May 03, 2024
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Which of the following refers to the loss of a portion of a chromosome?
A) inversion
B) translocation
C) deletion
D) duplication
E) monosomy
Chromosome Deletion
A mutation involving the loss of a segment of DNA from a chromosome, potentially leading to genetic disorders or diseases due to the missing genes.
Monosomy
A form of aneuploidy with the presence of only one chromosome from a pair in an organism's cells.
- Comprehend the various categories of chromosomal mutations and their impacts on biological systems.
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Nattakritta NilsuwanMay 03, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Deletion refers to the loss of a portion of a chromosome, which can result in genetic disorders or abnormalities. Inversion, translocation, duplication, and monosomy all involve changes to the chromosome structure or number, but do not necessarily entail the loss of genetic material.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the various categories of chromosomal mutations and their impacts on biological systems.