Linkage Flashcards
1
Q
When does autosomal linkage occur?
A
if two or more genes are located on the same autosome (non-sex chromosome).
2
Q
Why are linked genes more likely to be inherited together?
A
The two genes are less likely to be separated during crossing over,
3
Q
What does sex linkage occur?
A
Sex linkage occurs when
there is a gene on the X
chromosome, not present
on the Y chromosome.
4
Q
Outcomes of sex linkage
A
This means that males are more likely to exhibit
recessive disorders like haemophilia, women are more likely to be carriers
