Colorblindness Has a Genetic Basis and Is the Result of ___

question 42

Multiple Choice

Colorblindness has a genetic basis and is the result of ___.

• A)a mutation on the 1st chromosome
• B)a single dominant gene
• C)a sex-linked gene
• D)mutations on several chromosomes

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Definitions:

Palliative

Care aimed at providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness, focusing on improving quality of life for both the patient and the family.

Empiric

Based on observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic, often referring to medical treatment guidelines.

Metastasized

The process by which cancer cells spread from the location where they first formed to other parts of the body, forming new tumors.

Anesthetic

A medication that causes anesthesia.