Which Genetic or Chromosomal Abnormality Below Is Correctly Matched with Its

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which genetic or chromosomal abnormality below is correctly matched with its description?

• A)In phenylketonuria the child is unable to produce a critical enzyme,which results in an accumulation of poisons,and in turn causes mental retardation.
• B)In Tay-Sachs disease,the body starts producing abnormally shaped red blood cells.
• C)In Down syndrome,the brain tissues of the cortex degenerate,resulting in the death of the child.
• D)In sickle-cell anemia,the child receives an extra chromosome resulting in mental retardation.

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