A variety of abnormalities in the numbers of sex chromosomes exist because of nondisjunction during gametogenesis. Discuss the signs and problems associated with conditions such as Klinefelter and Turner syndromes.

A variety of abnormalities in the numbers of sex chromosomes exist because of nondisjunction during gametogenesis. Discuss the signs and problems associated with conditions such as Klinefelter and Turner syndromes.

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Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305251052

Author:Michael Cummings

Publisher:Michael Cummings

Chapter6: Cytogenetics: Karyotypes And Chromosome Aberrations

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