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1: Chromosomes and Heredity: A Toss of the Dice

Student Activities
Research a chromosomal abnormality of your choice. It does not need to be one mentioned in this chapter. Find out what causes the abnormality, what its characteristics are, and the life expectancy of a person who possesses the chromosomal abnormality. Does it occur more often in males or females? Is it influenced by the environment, or is it hereditary?
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