Asked by Kaitlyn Higginbotham on Apr 24, 2024
If a person has a portion of number 5 chromosome missing, they may have
A) Down syndrome.
B) cri du chat syndrome.
C) Turner syndrome.
D) Klinefelter syndrome.
E) Jacobs syndrome.
Cri Du Chat Syndrome
A genetic disorder caused by a missing piece of chromosome 5, characterized by a high-pitched cry resembling a cat, intellectual disability, and developmental delays.
Chromosome Missing
A condition where an individual lacks one chromosome from the normal chromosome number, leading to genetic disorders.
- Identify the genetic basis and symptoms of various chromosomal disorders.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the genetic basis and symptoms of various chromosomal disorders.