The Parents in the Figure Shown Below Are Carriers of a Genetic

question 13

Multiple Choice

The parents in the figure shown below are carriers of a genetic disorder.Based on the Punnett square,the allele that causes the disorder must be

• A) autosomal.
• B) sex-linked.
• C) dominant.
• D) incompletely dominant.

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Definitions:

Birth Defects

Abnormalities present at birth that can cause physical or intellectual disability.

Teratogens

Agents or factors that can cause congenital anomalies or developmental abnormalities in a developing fetus when the mother is exposed during pregnancy.

Placenta

A temporary organ that connects the developing fetus to the uterine wall to allow nutrient uptake, waste elimination, and gas exchange via the mother's blood supply.

Moral Development

The process by which individuals acquire and understand moral principles and effectively integrate them into their behavior.