Explain the Problems Associated with the Genetic Disorder Tay-Sachs

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Essay

Explain the problems associated with the genetic disorder Tay-Sachs.
A. This lysosome is responsible for clearing out the fatty acids that build up in the cells of the brain. The buildup begins to interfere with proper brain development and growth. This leads to malfunctions in vision, movement, hearing, and overall mental development. The impairment leads to blindness, seizures, paralysis, and death.

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