Match List I with List II
| List I | List II | ||
| A | Down’s syndrome | I | 11th chormosome |
| B | α-Thalassemia | II | ‘X’ chromosome |
| C | β-Thalassemia | III | 21st chromosome |
| D | Klinefelter’s syndrome | IV | 16th chromosome |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Correct Answer :
A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
Solution :
To match List I (genetic disorders/syndromes) with List II (chromosomes associated with them), we can analyze each condition one by one:
1. A. Down’s syndrome: This is a genetic disorder caused by the presence of an individual's third copy of chromosome 21 (trisomy 21). Therefore, A matches with III (21st chromosome).
2. B. α-Thalassemia: Alpha thalassemia is a type of thalassemia caused by mutations in the HBA1 and HBA2 genes, which are located on chromosome 16. Therefore, B matches with IV (16th chromosome).
3. C. β-Thalassemia: Beta thalassemia is caused by mutations in the HBB gene on chromosome 11. Therefore, C matches with I (11th chromosome).
4. D. Klinefelter’s syndrome: This is a genetic condition in males where they have an extra X chromosome, resulting in an XXY karyotype. Therefore, D matches with II (‘X’ chromosome).
Putting it all together, the correct matching is:
A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
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