A Karyotype (A Display of the Chromosomes in a Cell)is

question 47

Multiple Choice

A karyotype (a display of the chromosomes in a cell) is often used to look for genetic disorders. Karyotype results would not be useful to determine ________.

• A)sex
• B)Down syndrome
• C)Turner syndrome
• D)eye color

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Definitions:

Meiosis

A form of cellular division which halves the number of chromosomes, leading to the creation of haploid spores or gametes.

Glomeromycetes

A group of endomycorrhizal fungi that form arbuscular mycorrhizae with the roots of many plants; belong to phylum Glomeromycota

Chytridiomycetes

A class of fungi characterized by producing motile spores; they are often aquatic and play roles in decomposition and nutrient cycling.

Basidiomycetes

A large class of fungi characterized by producing spores on basidia, playing crucial roles in ecosystem nutrient cycling and as food sources.