10.3 Cards Flashcards
1
Q
how many chromosomes are autosomal
A
22
2
Q
why are males more likely to show recessive diseases
A
they only need one recessive allele to show the disease while females need two
3
Q
what are carriers
A
people that have the diseased allele but do not show it
4
Q
what are y-linked traits
A
traits that only appear in males
5
Q
what mode of inheritance is marfan syndrome
A
autosomal dominant
