During Meiosis, at Times Chromosomes Sometimes Fail to Divide Properly

question 120

Multiple Choice

During meiosis, at times chromosomes sometimes fail to divide properly, and as a result, the person may have 45 or 47 chromosomes. Which of the following best describes this phenomenon?

• A) Chromosomal disorders
• B) Genetic misprinting
• C) Mitosis error
• D) Gene displacement

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Definitions:

Median Nerve

A major nerve of the upper limb, running down the arm and forearm and into the hand, responsible for sensation and movement.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

A condition characterized by numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand and arm, caused by pressure on the median nerve in the wrist.

Wrist

The joint connecting the forearm to the hand, consisting of eight small bones and allowing for a wide range of movement.

Compression

The application of pressure to part of the body or a data reduction technique that reduces the size of digital files by removing redundant information.