Genetics: A Conceptual Approach
Genetics: A Conceptual Approach
6th Edition
ISBN: 9781319050962
Author: Benjamin A. Pierce
Publisher: W. H. Freeman
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Chapter 6.2, Problem 26AQP

a.

Summary Introduction

To determine:

On the basis of pedigree: a. The most likely mode of inheritance for Nance-Horan syndrome. b. The probability of another child of couple III-7 and III-8 to have Nance-Horan syndrome. c. The probability that one of the children of III-2 and III-7 would have Nance-Horan syndrome.

Introduction:

Nance-Horan syndrome is an X-linked trait. It is characterized by cataract leading to loss of vision, dysmorphic feature such as long face, prognathism and so on and abnormally shaped teeth.

b.

Summary Introduction

To determine:

On the basis of pedigree: a. The most likely mode of inheritance for Nance-Horan syndrome. b. The probability of another child of couple III-7 and III-8 to have Nance-Horan syndrome. c. The probability that one of the children of III-2 and III-7 would have Nance-Horan syndrome.

Introduction:

Nance-Horan syndrome is an X-linked trait. It is characterized by cataract leading to loss of vision, dysmorphic feature such as long face, prognathism and so on and abnormally shaped teeth.

c.

Summary Introduction

To determine:

On the basis of pedigree: a. The most likely mode of inheritance for Nance-Horan syndrome. b. The probability of another child of couple III-7 and III-8 to have Nance-Horan syndrome. c. The probability that one of the children of III-2 and III-7 would have Nance-Horan syndrome.

Introduction:

Nance-Horan syndrome is an X-linked trait. It is characterized by cataract leading to loss of vision, dysmorphic feature such as long face, prognathism and so on and abnormally shaped teeth.

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