Sickle-Cell Disease and One Form of Open-Angle Glaucoma Are Genetic

question 24

True/False

Sickle-cell disease and one form of open-angle glaucoma are genetic diseases known to stem from a single amino acid change.

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Steep Slope

An area of land characterized by a sharp incline or rapid change in elevation, often leading to challenges in stability and construction.

Contour Lines

Lines on a map that connect points of equal elevation, representing the shape and elevation of the terrain.

Topographic Map

A detailed map that represents the three-dimensional features of a place, such as mountains and valleys, using contour lines to denote elevation changes.

Contours

Lines on a map that connect points of equal elevation, used to represent the shape and elevation of terrain.