Two Forms of Hemophilia Are Determined by Genes on the X

question 59

Short Answer

Two forms of hemophilia are determined by genes on the X chromosome in humans.Assume that a phenotypically normal woman whose father had hemophilia is married to a normal man.What is the probability that their first daughter will have hemophilia?

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Definitions:

Flexed

The state of being bent or tensed, often referring to a muscle contraction that decreases the angle between bones at a joint.

Abducted

The movement of a limb or other part away from the midline of the body or from another part.

Pivot Joint

A type of synovial joint that allows rotation around a single axis, as seen in the neck between the first and second cervical vertebrae.

Intercarpal

Pertaining to the joints and movements between the carpal bones of the wrist.