Asked by
Octavia Queen
on Dec 21, 2024Verified
A male is born with an extra X chromosome if he has:
A) phenylketonuria.
B) Down syndrome.
C) Turner syndrome.
D) Klinefelter syndrome.
Klinefelter Syndrome
A genetic condition affecting males, characterized by the presence of an extra X chromosome, leading to symptoms like reduced fertility and physical development issues.
Phenylketonuria
A genetic disorder characterized by the body's inability to break down the amino acid phenylalanine, leading to harmful levels in the bloodstream and brain.
Turner Syndrome
A genetic disorder in females characterized by the absence of all or part of one of the two X chromosomes.
- Identify the genetic basis of specific disorders and syndromes.
Verified Answer
EA
Learning Objectives
- Identify the genetic basis of specific disorders and syndromes.