We Continue to See Sickle-Cell Anemia in Certain Populations Because

question 14

Multiple Choice

We continue to see sickle-cell anemia in certain populations because the presence of one recessive gene for sickle-cell anemia

• A) provides the individual with some level of protection from malaria.
• B) is associated with longevity so the individual is more likely to pass the gene to his or her children.
• C) also produces large amounts of human growth hormones (HGH), which is beneficial.
• D) makes the individual more resistant to the negative effects of stress.

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