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Asked by Peter Roberts on Jun 08, 2024

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MOST recessive genetic disorders are:

A) on the autosomes.
B) X-linked.
C) additive.
D) polygenic.

Recessive

Describing traits or genes that are expressed in offspring only when inherited from both parents, as opposed to dominant traits that are expressed when inherited from just one parent.

Genetic Disorders

Diseases or conditions caused by abnormalities in an individual's DNA, often inherited from one or both parents.

Autosomes

Any chromosome that is not a sex chromosome; autosomes are present in pairs in both males and females and carry the bulk of genetic information.

  • Describe the characteristics and consequences of genetic disorders, including how they are inherited.
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Lilian DurujiJun 11, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Most recessive genetic disorders are caused by mutations on autosomal chromosomes, which are non-sex chromosomes. X-linked disorders typically affect males more frequently because they only have one X chromosome, and if it carries a mutant gene, they will develop the disorder. Additive and polygenic disorders are not typically considered recessive because they result from multiple genes and/or environmental factors rather than a single, mutated gene.

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