Aneuploidy is a chromosomal disorder where chromosome number is not the exact copy of its haploid set of…

Aneuploidy is a chromosomal disorder where chromosome number is not the exact copy of its haploid set of chromosomes, due to : A. Substitution B. Addition C. Deletion D. Translocation E. Inversion Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
  1. C and D only
  2. D and E only
  3. A and B only
  4. B and C only

Solution

Failure of segregation of chromatids during cell division-cycle results in the gain or loss of chromosome called aneuploidy. Aneuploidy occurs due to addition or deletion. Hence only (B) and (C) are correct

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