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Why are genetic disorders such as haemophilia and Duchenne muscular dystrophy more prevalent in males than females?
Why are genetic disorders such as haemophilia and Duchenne muscular dystrophy more prevalent in males than females?
Updated On: Oct 7, 2024
- Because they can only be passed on from father to son
- Because they are dominant genetic disorders
- Because they occur due to spontaneous mutations in the Y-chromosome
- Because they are X-linked recessive disorders
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The correct option is (D): Because they are X-linked recessive disorders
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