What Chromosomal Mutation Occurs in Each of the Following: Patau

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Short Answer

What chromosomal mutation occurs in each of the following: Patau syndrome, Klinefelter syndrome, Turner syndrome, and Angelman syndrome?

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Definitions:

Proximal

Situated nearer to the center of the body or the point of attachment.

Medial

Pertains to being situated toward the midline of the body or a structure.

Inferior

Located below or at a lower level; opposite of superior.

Vertebral Cavity

A body cavity housing the spinal cord, protected by the vertebrae of the spine.