Q.
Trisomy of which chromosome is involved in Down’s syndrome?
A) 15^(th)
B) 21^(st)
C) 20^(th)
D) 19^(th)
Explanation
The Down’s syndrome (Mongolian idiocy) arises due to trisomy of 21st chromosome, i.e., total 47 chromosomes will present in such person. The main features are mental deficiency, short stature, round face, flaccid muscles, protruding tongue, etc.
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