The Failure of Chromosomes to Separate During Anaphase Is Called

question 38

Multiple Choice

The failure of chromosomes to separate during anaphase is called ________.

• A) synapsis
• B) maternal effect
• C) epistasis
• D) nondisjunction

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Definitions:

Antibodies

Proteins produced by the immune system that recognize, bind to, and help neutralize foreign substances such as bacteria and viruses.

Thalidomide

A medication once used during pregnancy that led to severe birth defects, now used under strict controls for some diseases, including multiple myeloma and certain skin conditions.

Birth Defects

Abnormalities of structure, function, or body metabolism present at birth that can lead to physical or mental disability, or sometimes death.

Preeclampsia

A pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure and signs of damage to another organ system, most often the liver and kidneys.