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ZoologyPrinciples of Inheritance and VariationGenetic DisordersEasy2 minPYQ_2023
ZoologyEasysingle choice

Broad palm with single palm crease is visible in a person suffering from-NEET 2023 (All India)

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Answer:
B
Solution:

Down's syndrome:

  • This happens due to non-disjunction of chromosomes.
  • This is a trisomy of 21st chromosome (autosomal).
  • Individuals with Down syndrome are mentally retarded.
  • They have a characteristic broad face with a flat nasal bridge, wide-set eyes, and prominent epicanthic folds.
  • The hands are also broad with a single crease in the palm.
Stream:NEETSubject:ZoologyTopic:Principles of Inheritance and VariationSubtopic:Genetic Disorders
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