Two Forms of Hemophilia Are Determined by Genes on the X

question 17

Short Answer

Two forms of hemophilia are determined by genes on the X chromosome in humans.Assume that a phenotypically normal woman whose father had hemophilia is married to a normal man.What is the probability that their first son will have hemophilia?

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Glomerulus

A network of capillaries located in the kidney that plays a key role in filtering blood to form urine.

Freshwater Environment

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