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Genetic Conditions, Such as Trisomy 21, Fragile X Syndrome, and Phenylketonuria

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Genetic conditions, such as trisomy 21, fragile X syndrome, and phenylketonuria, are associated with _____.


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Haplodiploidy Hypothesis

A genetic mechanism explaining the evolved social behavior in certain species, where males are haploid and females are diploid.

Eusociality

A complex social structure seen in some animal species, characterized by cooperative care of the young, reproductive division of labor, and overlapping generations within a colony.

Parental Investment

The effort expended by parents in raising offspring to improve their chances of survival and reproductive success.

Reproductive Output

The total number of offspring an organism can produce over its lifetime, a key factor in evolutionary fitness.

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