Which of the Following Conditions Is Characterized by Tall Stature

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following conditions is characterized by tall stature?

• A) diabetes
• B) juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
• C) spina bifida
• D) Down syndrome
• E) Marfan syndrome

Comprehend the significance of genetic research and its pioneers, such as Gregor Mendel, in understanding heredity.

Identify genetic disorders and understand the genetic basis of diseases like cystic fibrosis.

Explain the significance of genetic variation and its role in human characteristics and population diversity.

Understand the process of genetic mutation and its potential impact on genetic coding and expression.

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Definitions:

Complex Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates composed of sugar molecules linked together in long, complex chains, playing crucial roles in energy storage and structure.

Polysaccharide

A carbohydrate molecule composed of long chains of monosaccharide units bound together by glycosidic linkages.

Monosaccharides

Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates consisting of a single sugar molecule, such as glucose and fructose.

Disaccharide

A sugar molecule composed of two monosaccharides joined together, examples include sucrose and lactose.