The Figure Depicts the Germline Organization of Gene Segments of the Ig

question 2

Short Answer

The figure depicts the germline organization of gene segments of the Ig heavy chain locus on chromosome 14.Choose the lettered label on the figure (A-E)that best matches the description in questions

-A type of gene segment involved in somatic recombination events in Ig heavy chain and light chain as well as TCR a and b chain gene loci

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Definitions:

Allele Differentiation

The process of distinguishing between different versions of the same gene, which can lead to variations in traits or diseases.

Autosomes

In humans, the 22 pairs of chromosomes not related to sexual expression.

Zygotes

The initial cell formed when a sperm cell fertilizes an egg cell, marking the beginning of pregnancy.

Gametes

The reproductive cells (sperm in males and ova in females) that contain half the genetic information of the organism, essential for sexual reproduction.